Veredeln Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Veredeln" is used as verb with the meaning of "refine", "enhance" or "ennoble".

Essential properties of "veredeln"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: veredeln
Simple past: veredelte
Participle: veredelt

regulartransitive

Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "veredeln" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To refine or enhance the quality/value of something"

Definition: "To improve the quality or value of something, making it more refined."
Translation(s): refine, enhance, ennoble, upgrade, improve
Synonym(s): verfeinern, veredeln
Antonym(s): verschlechtern, entwerten
Related word(s): Veredelung, veredelt

📝 Some usage examples:

Der Winzer möchte den Wein durch Lagerung veredeln.The winemaker wants to refine the wine through storage.
Durch das Hinzufügen von Gewürzen kann man das Gericht veredeln.By adding spices, one can enhance the dish.
Die Künstlerin veredelt ihre Skulpturen mit Blattgold.The artist ennobles her sculptures with gold leaf.

2.) "To refine or upgrade a material"

Definition: "To transform a basic material into a more valuable or useful one."
Translation(s): refine, upgrade, ennoble, process, finish
Synonym(s): aufwerten, verbessern
Antonym(s): abwerten, verschlechtern
Related word(s): Veredelung, veredelt

📝 Some usage examples:

Die Fabrik veredelt Rohstoffe zu hochwertigen Produkten.The factory refines raw materials into high-quality products.
Durch chemische Prozesse wird das Metall veredelt.Through chemical processes, the metal is refined.
Der Betrieb veredelt Baumwolle zu feinen Stoffen.The company refines cotton into fine fabrics.

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