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UK/["/səˈfɪstɪkeɪtɪd/"]/US/["/səˈfɪstɪkeɪtɪd/"]/

Meaning of Sophisticated

clever and complicated in the way that it works or is presented

In simple words: Very advanced or complex.

Sophisticated in a sentence

  • highly sophisticated computer systems
  • Medical techniques are becoming more sophisticated all the time.
  • the sophisticated pleasures of city life
  • Mark is a smart and sophisticated young man.
  • Ben did his best to look sophisticated.
  • He has a very smooth, sophisticated manner.
  • Students have more sophisticated tastes nowadays.
  • a sophisticated audience

How to use Sophisticated

Use 'sophisticated' to describe people, ideas, or systems that are highly developed. It's often used in formal contexts, like academics or business. Avoid using it in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think 'so fishy, dated' — imagine a classy seafood dinner that's very well-prepared.

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Synonyms for Sophisticated

Opposites of Sophisticated

Common mistakes with Sophisticated

  • Confused with 'suffisticated' - which is not a real word.
  • Using 'sophisticated' when 'simple' is more appropriate.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'sophistocated'.

Compare Sophisticated with Elegant, Refined, Advanced

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Frequently asked questions about Sophisticated

What does Sophisticated mean?

Very advanced or complex.

What is the definition of Sophisticated?

clever and complicated in the way that it works or is presented

How do you use Sophisticated in a sentence?

highly sophisticated computer systems

Can you give another example of Sophisticated?

Medical techniques are becoming more sophisticated all the time.

What are synonyms for Sophisticated?

Common alternatives include elegant, cultivated, refined, advanced, polished.

What is the opposite of Sophisticated?

Opposite meanings include simple, naive, unsophisticated.

What words go with Sophisticated?

It commonly pairs with be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very, be, feel, look, extremely, fairly, very.

What are common mistakes when using Sophisticated?

Confused with 'suffisticated' - which is not a real word. Using 'sophisticated' when 'simple' is more appropriate. Mispronouncing it as 'sophistocated'.

How do you pronounce Sophisticated?

US: /["/səˈfɪstɪkeɪtɪd/"]/, UK: /["/səˈfɪstɪkeɪtɪd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Sophisticated formal or informal?

"Sophisticated" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Sophisticated?

Use 'sophisticated' to describe people, ideas, or systems that are highly developed. It's often used in formal contexts, like academics or business. Avoid using it in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Sophisticated?

"Sophisticated" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.