polished
UK: ˈpɒlɪʃt | US: ˈpɑːlɪʃt
adj. 1. made smooth and shiny by rubbing or chemical action
adj. 2. refined, elegant, or sophisticated in manner or style
vt. 3. past tense and past participle of "polish" (to make smooth or glossy)
The word "polish" originates from the Old French "polir" (to polish, refine), derived from Latin "polire" (to smooth, polish). The suffix "-ed" marks the past participle form, indicating a completed action or state. Historically, "polish" evolved from physical smoothing (e.g., polishing stones) to metaphorical refinement (e.g., polished manners), reflecting both literal and figurative applications of the root.
The marble floor was polished to a mirror-like finish.
She gave a polished performance at the piano recital.
His polished speech impressed the audience.
The antique silverware needs to be polished regularly.
The team presented a polished version of their project proposal.