Meaning of the word sophisticated in English

What does sophisticated mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sophisticated

US /səˈfɪs.tə.keɪ.t̬ɪd/

UK /səˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd/

having, revealing, or proceeding from a great deal of worldly experience and knowledge of fashion and culture.

Example:

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She is a very sophisticated woman with a global perspective.

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The restaurant has a sophisticated ambiance.

Synonym:

cultured refined worldly urbane elegant

(of a machine, system, or technique) developed to a high degree of complexity.

Example:

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The new software has a very sophisticated algorithm.

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They use sophisticated equipment for their research.

Synonym:

advanced complex intricate elaborate cutting-edge

Related Word:

sophisticate sophist