Synonyms of fine
1
as in dusty
consisting of very small particles
the fine sand found on the island's beaches
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2
as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy
the fine distinction between bravery and recklessness
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3
as in thin
being of less than usual width
use a fine line for the outline of the facial features you intend to carve into the pumpkin
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as in okay
being to one's liking
that arrangement is fine with me
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as in pure
free from added matter
that silver is .9600 fine
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as in accurate
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
making the final fine adjustments on the car's GPS
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as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
the wine steward declared that the complaint of corkiness was unjustified and that the wine was fine
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as in small
of a size that is less than average
read the fine print
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
a fine performance of a classic ballet
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as in elegant
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste
savored every morsel of the restaurant's fine cuisine
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as in sensitive
able to sense slight impressions or differences
hearing so fine that it can seemingly hear the tiniest twig snap
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as in handsome
having or showing elegance
a fine old structure in the city's historic district
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as in penalty
a sum of money to be paid as a punishment
a $50 fine for speeding
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as in to impose
to establish or apply as a charge or penalty
the police will fine you for driving with one headlight out
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as in to filter
to remove usually visible impurities from
the use of egg shells to fine wine
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as in good
in a satisfactory way
you did just fine on the stress test
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Recent Examples of fine
Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
The city said the water quality was fine and met all health and safety standards.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
Joseph Ataman, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2025
For companies like Google and Apple, this could mean a $5,000 fine for each user who downloads or updates TikTok.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2025
Filip Timotija, The Hill, 29 Mar. 2025
Meta, meanwhile, is expected to be fined next week under the DMA over its ad-free services on Instagram and Facebook, the people said.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2025
Julian McKenzie, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
Webroot makes its own protocol selection by default, which suits the don’t-worry crowd just fine.
—PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Consider smarmy tech bad guy Bousquet, who disappears throughout the film (fine, acceptable), or Danielle’s close friend and treasury head Joanna (Elizabeth Marvel) who does the same (criminal, for many reasons).
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
The city said the water quality was fine and met all health and safety standards.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
Noun
Her party, National Rally (RN), was ordered to pay €2 million in fines for the €4.1 million that it was accused of embezzling.
—Joseph Ataman, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2025
For companies like Google and Apple, this could mean a $5,000 fine for each user who downloads or updates TikTok.
—Kinsey Crowley, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2025
Verb
The businessman was sentenced to four years in prison and was fined $1 million in late 2022.
—Filip Timotija, The Hill, 29 Mar. 2025
Meta, meanwhile, is expected to be fined next week under the DMA over its ad-free services on Instagram and Facebook, the people said.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 Mar. 2025
Adverb
More importantly, the Senators’ defence held up fine against the Leafs.
—Julian McKenzie, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
Webroot makes its own protocol selection by default, which suits the don’t-worry crowd just fine.
—PCMAG, 14 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fine
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On the outskirts of Lima, Peru, locals stumbled upon some dusty items in a vacant lot.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, Andrea Taylor, owner of Andrea Marino Design in Dallas, Texas, has noticed an uptick in mauve, dusty blue, and butter yellow fabrics.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2025
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Mulaney’s approach to social commentary on his show is even more subtle; sometimes, concentrating a sketch on a character like Willy Loman is enough.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
7 Apr. 2025
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The game is a fun but challenging exercise for your brain which asks players to group words based on subtle and sometimes tricky connections, which tests your logic and language skills.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2025
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Despite that thinner profile, Corelle says its triple-layered glass plates and bowls are chip- and crack-resistant — a claim that’s backed up with a three-year warranty.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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Far too many left to get it on three without pure luck.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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To suggest that the cartels might import coca leaves to extract cocaine makes about as much sense as suggesting that someone would import Dom Perignon to secure by chemical processing pure extracts of ethyl alcohol.—
Wade Davis,
Rolling Stone,
6 Apr. 2025
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Garland handed the character work of directing to Mendoza to honor the project’s one abiding rule: sticking without exception to an utterly accurate recounting.—
Fred Schruers,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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But the ability to navigate this uncertainty depends on high-quality, accurate data—particularly supplier master data—which is easier said than done.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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Production values are adequate, apart from the occasional iffy digital effect.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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Concerns have been raised about DOGE operatives, many with ties to Musk's companies, gaining access to sensitive government data without adequate oversight or experience.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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Hybrid solutions are currently typically used for small systems.—
ILYA Likhov,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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With any luck, a little digestive distress will be just a small trade-off for getting past your illness and feeling like yourself again.—
Beth Krietsch,
SELF,
7 Apr. 2025
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Two standout experiences near the water include Schooner’s in the Caribbean Village, open for breakfast and dinner (chef Chris’s swordfish steak was excellent) as well as Barefoot by the Sea in the Italian Village.—
Jacqui Gifford,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Apr. 2025
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Rear space is excellent, with plenty of legroom and headroom, accentuated by the panoramic sunroof.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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“Fine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fine. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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