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
These small corrections reveal the sophistication of its control system.
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Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
But while milk chocolate might reign supreme in our beloved candy bars, here is a collection of our favorite dark chocolate recipes that celebrate its intensity and sophistication.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
The Ivens has arrived to show the sophistication of the colonial Portuguese style and to connect the Chiado neighborhood, one of the most rip-roaring of the city, with locals.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
American artificial intelligence startup Anthropic ’s new AI tools also fueled the sell-off of software stocks on Wall Street this week, as its sophistication means many traditional software development services and products could be disrupted or replaced.
—Matt Ott, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
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Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
But while milk chocolate might reign supreme in our beloved candy bars, here is a collection of our favorite dark chocolate recipes that celebrate its intensity and sophistication.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
The Ivens has arrived to show the sophistication of the colonial Portuguese style and to connect the Chiado neighborhood, one of the most rip-roaring of the city, with locals.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
American artificial intelligence startup Anthropic ’s new AI tools also fueled the sell-off of software stocks on Wall Street this week, as its sophistication means many traditional software development services and products could be disrupted or replaced.
—Matt Ott, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sophistication
complexity
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With increasing production complexity and a growing shortage of skilled labor, the Group views Physical AI systems as a robust solution to address gaps in both areas.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Feb. 2026
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One reason might be the complexity of the tax code.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
12 Feb. 2026
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“Sophistication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sophistication. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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