sophisticated
Pronunciation: [səˈfɪstɪˌkeɪtɪd]
Word
Context: "intellect or design"
(adjective) when something is very advanced, complex, or clever. This can describe a smart person who understands a lot or a machine that works in a complicated way.
Example
She used a sophisticated method to solve the problem that impressed everyone.
Example
His explanation was not sophisticated; it was very simple and basic.
Example
Do you think this new software is sophisticated enough for our needs?
Context: "fashion or lifestyle"
(adjective) when someone has a good taste and knows a lot about culture, fashion, and style. A sophisticated person usually makes smart choices about how they dress or what they like.
Example
Her outfit was very sophisticated, showing her great sense of style.
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That casual dress looks nice, but it's not as sophisticated as what she usually wears.
Example
What do you think makes a style sophisticated?
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