Finer

FY-ner

/ˈfaɪnər/

Adjective (comparative form of fine)

Meaning

Finer refers to something that is more delicate, more precise, of higher quality, or smaller in texture or detail when compared to something else.
It is commonly used to describe superior craftsmanship, subtle distinctions, thin materials, or refined qualities.

Examples

The artist used a finer brush to add intricate details to the painting.
This fabric has a finer texture, making it softer and more comfortable.
She has a finer understanding of the subject after years of experience.
The chef prefers finer ingredients to enhance flavor quality.
Scientists now examine the issue at a finer level of precision.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms	Antonyms
More delicate More refined Higher quality Thinner Sharper Superior More precise	Coarser Rougher Inferior Thicker Cruder Less refined

Word Forms

Fine (base form)
Finer (comparative)
Finest (superlative)
Finely (adverb)
Fineness (noun)

Origin / Etymology

The word finer originates from the Old French fin, meaning “pure” or “delicate,” which itself comes from the Latin finis, meaning “end” or “limit.” Over time, the comparative form finer evolved to describe greater quality, subtlety, or precision.

Grammar Information

Used as a comparative adjective.
Typically follows “more than” or compares two or more items.
Can describe physical qualities (texture, size, detail) or abstract qualities (judgment, taste, skill).
Example Pattern: finer + noun (e.g., finer detail, finer fabric, finer judgment)

Translations

Hindi: अधिक महीन (Adhik maheen)
Telugu: మరింత సూక్ష్మమైన (Marinta sūkṣmamaina)
Tamil: இன்னும் நுண்ணமான (Innum nuṇṇamāṉa)
Spanish: más fino
French: plus fin
German: feiner
Arabic: أدق (Addaq)

Idioms & Phrases

Finer details – small but important elements
Finer points – subtle or advanced aspects of a subject
Finer quality – superior standard or craftsmanship
Finer distinction – a subtle difference between two things