as in complexity
the state or quality of having many interrelated parts or aspects
the engine's sophistication requires that all repairs be done by an experienced mechanic
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Recent Examples of sophistication
Calvin Klein Crepe Wide-Leg Trousers For an equal mix of comfort and sophistication, try these crepe straight-leg pants, which have a sleek front waistband, ruched back, and pleated details.
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Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Companies have been bolstering identity security defenses as AI heightens the sophistication of cyberattacks.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
While its prime days may be gone, its spirit lives on in today's interiors, where raw elements meet warmth and sophistication.
—Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 7 Jan. 2026
Instead, these chocolatey tones add a sense of sophistication.
—Sophie Aliece Hollis, Martha Stewart, 7 Jan. 2026
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Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
Companies have been bolstering identity security defenses as AI heightens the sophistication of cyberattacks.
—Samantha Subin, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2026
While its prime days may be gone, its spirit lives on in today's interiors, where raw elements meet warmth and sophistication.
—Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 7 Jan. 2026
Instead, these chocolatey tones add a sense of sophistication.
—Sophie Aliece Hollis, Martha Stewart, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sophistication
complexity
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Instead of adding complexity, Longbow removes it.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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In contrast with that complexity, the reasons that the Sabres appear to finally, belatedly be pulling out of their dark decade and a half are simple.—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Sophistication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sophistication. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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