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
With the methodological refinement of consumer behavior, the marketing around behavioral analysis reached increasing scientific sophistication with respect to theory development and testing procedures.
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
Falling somewhere between a fresh pastel and a polished neutral, the hue brings a sense of lightness without sacrificing sophistication.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2026
Typically paired with stark white—and often incorporated in the form of bold stripes or a chevron pattern—the combination lacks sophistication and looks outdated instead of fun and fresh.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2026
The two buildings, completed in 1909 and 1910, respectively, represent the height of 20th-century sophistication.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2026
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Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
Falling somewhere between a fresh pastel and a polished neutral, the hue brings a sense of lightness without sacrificing sophistication.
—Christina Holevas, Vogue, 25 Apr. 2026
Typically paired with stark white—and often incorporated in the form of bold stripes or a chevron pattern—the combination lacks sophistication and looks outdated instead of fun and fresh.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2026
The two buildings, completed in 1909 and 1910, respectively, represent the height of 20th-century sophistication.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sophistication
complexity
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This, the expert believes, is partly because of the elimination of expensive exhaust treatment systems and the high efficiency of the process, which could offset the engine’s greater technical complexity over time.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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The complexity is in balancing divisiveness with input from your team.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Sophistication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sophistication. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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