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finer

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈfaɪnɝ// UK //fˈaɪnɐ// fin·er

adj. better than average or very high in quality. You use it to describe things that are delicate, precise, or more detailed than usual.

adj. the comparative form of 'fine'; refers to superior quality, greater delicacy, or more precise detail. Often used to describe subtle distinctions or high-end craftsmanship.


SIMPLE

He has a taste for the finer things in life.

CONTEXTUAL

The new microscope allows researchers to see the finer details of the cell structure.

COMPLEX

While the broad strokes of the agreement are clear, the finer points of the legal contract still require careful negotiation between both parties.

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Comparative adjective; typically precedes the noun it modifies or follows a linking verb.

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