raffiniert
sophisticated
The German word "raffiniert" is an adjective that means "refined," "sophisticated," or "cunning." It can describe something that is intricately designed or a method that is clever and skillfully executed. The root of the word comes from "raffinieren" which means "to refine."
Similar words in German include "subtil" (subtle), "clever" (clever), and "geschickt" (skilful). The difference lies in the nuances: "raffiniert" often carries an implication of cleverness that may be associated with a level of duplicity or craftiness, while "subtil" emphasizes finesse and sophistication without necessarily implying trickery. "Clever" and "geschickt" are more straightforward in conveying skill or intelligence.
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Diese Idee ist wirklich raffiniert.adjective
This idea is really sophisticated.
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