sophistication
noun
so·phis·ti·ca·tion
sə-ˌfi-stə-ˈkā-shən 
Examples of sophistication in a Sentence
the engine's sophistication requires that all repairs be done by an experienced mechanic
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The small crew on board, armed with miniaturising technology of extraordinary sophistication, is on a mission to drain Earth’s water supply and sell it across the galaxy for profit.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 May 2026
The group asked the IRS to prioritize practical, simplified guidance, including safe harbors, clear definitions, consistent drafting, and rules calibrated to taxpayer sophistication.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Biscan suggests benefiting from the gleam and dimension of iridescence while opting for the sophistication of marble and marble-look tiles.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
The charge carried special allegations of the victim being particularly vulnerable and crimes indicating planning, sophistication and professionalism.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 May 2026
The group asked the IRS to prioritize practical, simplified guidance, including safe harbors, clear definitions, consistent drafting, and rules calibrated to taxpayer sophistication.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Biscan suggests benefiting from the gleam and dimension of iridescence while opting for the sophistication of marble and marble-look tiles.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
The charge carried special allegations of the victim being particularly vulnerable and crimes indicating planning, sophistication and professionalism.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for sophistication
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“Sophistication.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sophistication. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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sophistication
noun
so·phis·ti·ca·tion
sə-ˌfis-tə-ˈkā-shən
: the process or result of making impure or weak : adulteration
sophistication of a drug
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