fine

A sum of money exacted as a penalty for an offense or omission.

• He had to pay a fine for speeding. — He had to pay a penalty for driving too fast.
• The library imposes a fine for overdue books. — The library charges a penalty for returning books late.

To punish someone by making them pay a sum of money, especially for an offense.

• The police can fine you for parking illegally. — The police can penalize you with a monetary charge for parking against regulations.
• She was fined $100 for littering. — She was charged $100 as a penalty for leaving trash.

Of high quality; good or satisfactory. Also, thin, delicate, or very small in size or texture.

• She's doing fine after her operation. — She is recovering well from her surgery.
• The weather is fine today, perfect for a walk. — The weather is good today, suitable for a walk.
• That's a fine piece of art. — That is an excellent work of art.
• The artist used a brush with very fine bristles. — The artist used a brush with very thin and delicate bristles.

In a satisfactory or good manner.

• Everything is going along just fine. — Everything is progressing satisfactorily.
• He plays the piano fine, but he's not a master. — He plays the piano adequately, but not expertly.