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sophisticated

adjective

so·​phis·​ti·​cat·​ed sə-ˈfi-stə-ˌkā-təd How to pronounce sophisticated (audio)
1
: deprived of native or original simplicity: such as
a
: highly complicated or developed : complex
sophisticated electronic devices
b
: having a refined knowledge of the ways of the world cultivated especially through wide experience
a sophisticated lady
2
: devoid of grossness: such as
a
: finely experienced and aware
a sophisticated columnist
b
: intellectually appealing
a sophisticated novel
sophisticatedly adverb

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A sophisticated argument is thorough and well-worked-out. A satellite is a sophisticated piece of technology, complex and designed to accomplish difficult tasks. A sophisticated person, such as Humphrey Bogart in Casablanca, knows how to get around in the world. But sophistication isn't always admired. As you might guess, the word is closely related to sophistry (see above), and its original meanings weren't very positive, and still today many of us aren't sure we really like sophisticates.

Synonyms

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sophisticated, worldly-wise, blasé mean experienced in the ways of the world.

sophisticated often implies refinement, urbanity, cleverness, and cultivation.

guests at her salon were usually rich and sophisticated

worldly-wise suggests a close and practical knowledge of the affairs and manners of society and an inclination toward materialism.

a worldly-wise woman with a philosophy of personal independence

blasé implies a lack of responsiveness to common joys as a result of a real or affected surfeit of experience and cultivation.

blasé travelers who claimed to have been everywhere

Example Sentences

Puck's mix of casual and sophisticated elements has become the most prevalent style of L.A. dining today. Harvey Steiman, Wine Spectator, 31 Mar. 2009 Sophisticated investors took Moody's and S&P's word for it, and it turned out that the agencies didn't know what they were doing. Andy Serwer et al., Time, 29 Sept. 2008 "These students want the amenities they grew up with at home—their own rooms, their own baths, along with some of the finer things in life. They're a more sophisticated consumer." Camille Sweeney, New York Times Real Estate Magazine, Spring 2007 Sonar devices can locate an enemy's sophisticated, almost-silent diesel submarines by, ironically, making a deafening noise—sometimes above 230 decibels, as loud as a Saturn V rocket blasting off. Dick Russell, Mother Jones, March & April 2006 She was a sophisticated and well-traveled woman. a swank and sophisticated restaurant Her knitting technique is more sophisticated than mine. See More
Recent Examples on the Web Eva Longoria has managed to make head-to-toe glitter look sophisticated. Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 29 Aug. 2022 Sadly, Me Time doesn’t get any more sophisticated from there. Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Aug. 2022 One of the more recent campaigns came from Turla, a Russian-speaking advanced persistent threat actor that has been active since at least 1997 and is among the most technically sophisticated in the world. Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 20 July 2022 Scams against businesses and individuals have gotten more sophisticated over the years with the use of the internet, email and social media. Corrinne Hess, Journal Sentinel, 23 June 2022 Automotive press of the day lauded the engine, handling and comfort of the Lamborghini, generally regarding it as better made and more sophisticated than its competition. Robert Ross, Robb Report, 6 June 2022 There was a sizzling, organic charm to the whole affair, and such experiences will serve her well before the productions get sophisticated and the arena stages get big. Brian Mccollum, Detroit Free Press, 24 Apr. 2022 And Hodges believes that even more sophisticated weapons will be needed if the goal is for Ukraine to defeat Russia. Luis Martinez, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2022 At the same time, Austin indicated, such sophisticated weapons don’t just come out of the box ready to use. Karoun Demirjian, Washington Post, 24 July 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Medieval Latin sophisticatus

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of sophisticated was in 1601

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