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
Great for warm-weather travel or weekend brunch in the city, this dress is equal parts comfort and sophistication.
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2025
There has to be a certain amount of quality and sophistication for people to be able to trust in or believe.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
Despite its steady expansion and sophistication, Rack remains proudly family-owned and fiercely independent, not backed by private equity or venture capital.
—Jon Stojan, USA Today, 17 June 2025
Inspired by local culture, the patio's layout is a blend of traditional elements and modern sophistication.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
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Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2025
There has to be a certain amount of quality and sophistication for people to be able to trust in or believe.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
Despite its steady expansion and sophistication, Rack remains proudly family-owned and fiercely independent, not backed by private equity or venture capital.
—Jon Stojan, USA Today, 17 June 2025
Inspired by local culture, the patio's layout is a blend of traditional elements and modern sophistication.
—Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for sophistication
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sophistication
complexity
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Balancing investment against potential ROI remains a delicate yet critical task, especially given the ongoing technical complexities of integrating LLMs into existing systems.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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And that doctrine — developed in Gaza where targets are five minutes away — has now been adapted to Iran, with all the complexity that entails.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2025
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“Sophistication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sophistication. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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