Definition of sophisticationnext

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Recent Examples of sophistication As foundation models have matured over the last few years, the sophistication of the creators utilizing them has grown as well. Coco Mao, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026 Use bold accents in transitional spaces, experiment with red for sophistication, and upgrade lighting fixtures. Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026 It's designed to increase the sophistication of previous exercises with simultaneous air and naval drills geared toward improving joint ballistic missile defense, anti-submarine warfare, surveillance and other skills and capabilities. ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026 Darker greens, in particular, can add warmth, sophistication, and character without sacrificing versatility. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sophistication
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sophistication
complexity
Noun
  • If physical gestures serve our relatives just fine, why did our own branch of the family tree gradually favor biological changes in our brains and anatomy that permitted our characteristic complexities in language and precision in speech?
    Mike McRae September 02, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Beyond bergamot, bitter grapefruit contrasts with warm amber and musk, while petitgrain and earthy vetiver add complexity.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026

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“Sophistication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sophistication. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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