Synonyms for
Polished
Definition
having been rubbed and made smooth or shiny
Synonyms & similar words
unpolished
polish
round
roundoff
svelte
milled
finetune
shine
down
brushup
dressed
smoothen
polishup
urbane
smooth
refine
refined
shiny
gleaming
smooth
refined
elegant
sleek
graceful
well-groomed
well-dressed
smart
cultured
urbane
sophisticated
suave
charming
courteous
polite
respectful
civil
well-mannered
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- polished surface
- polished manners
- polished performance
- polished stone
- highly polished
- well-polished
- polished wood
Word family
Usage note
Can refer to a smooth, shiny surface or to refined behavior and skills. The adverb 'politely' is related but has a different meaning, referring to good manners.
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Example sentences
- The polished marble floors were so shiny, you could see your reflection in them.
- The polished car looked brand new.
- The polished wood table was smooth to the touch.
- The polished shoes were perfect for the job interview.
- The polished apple was delicious.
Quotes
"I'm not polished, I'm not eloquent, I'm not media-savvy. I'm just a fighter," - Bernie Sanders
"I'm not the most polished speaker of all time," - Barack Obama
"I'm not polished; I'm not rehearsed," - Lizzo