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10 Language-to-English DictionariesSophisticated
/səˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Having a refined knowledge of the ways of the world, often implying a high level of complexity or intricacy.
"Her sophisticated taste in art was evident in her carefully curated collection." - 2
Developed to a high degree of complexity or elaboration.
"The software features sophisticated algorithms that enhance user experience."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The word 'sophisticated' originates from the Latin 'sophisticatus', meaning 'to make wise or skilled'. It evolved through the Greek 'sophistēs', meaning 'wise man', and has shifted in meaning over time to denote complexity and refinement in various contexts, particularly in relation to technology and social behavior.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Sophisticated" is said worldwide
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sophistiqué
Transliteration: so-fis-ti-kay
"Elle a un goût sophistiqué pour la mode."
anspruchsvoll
Transliteration: an-spruch-svoll
"Ihr Geschmack ist sehr anspruchsvoll."
sofisticato
Transliteration: so-fi-sti-ka-to
"Ha un gusto sofisticato per l'arte."
sofisticado
Transliteration: so-fis-ti-ka-do
"Su estilo es muy sofisticado."
sofisticado
Transliteration: so-fi-sti-ka-do
"Ela tem um gosto sofisticado."
परिष्कृत
Transliteration: parishkrit
"उसका स्वाद बहुत परिष्कृत है।"
复杂的
Transliteration: fùzá de
"她的品味非常复杂。"
정교한
Transliteration: jeonggyohan
"그녀의 취향은 매우 정교하다."
洗練された
Transliteration: senren sareta
"彼女のセンスは非常に洗練されている。"
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