sophistication
noun
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Examples of sophistication in a Sentence
Daniel Miller, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2024
This stylish, feminine, and supportive shoe adds height and sophistication to any outfit and will never go out of style.
—Jennifer Chan, Travel + Leisure, 25 Mar. 2024
Masses of beads that had formed part of an elaborate necklace indicated a level of sophistication seldom associated with Bronze Age England.
—Franz Lidz, New York Times, 19 Mar. 2024
All of the men who spoke with NBC News described being in awe of the sophistication of the crimes.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC News, 11 Mar. 2024
The dark red fringes add a touch of sophistication, fun, and movement, too.
—Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2024
The behavior of tarantulas is a complex tapestry of instinctual actions that reveal the sophistication of these solitary hunters.
—Katie Liu, Discover Magazine, 29 Feb. 2024
Healthcare’s data era is finally here, distinguished by higher levels of sophistication in how the industry uses data to improve operational performance and patient outcomes.
—Joe Gagnon, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
Wedges are a great comfy alternative to heels without losing an ounce of elegant sophistication.
—Jennifer Chan, Peoplemag, 25 Mar. 2024
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Word History
15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
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