- past participle of sophisticate.
- past tense form of sophisticate.
sophisticated
Example Sentences
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McMinn believes fans have become "more sophisticated" and "knowledgeable" about the inner workings of the music industry as people are being more open about it.
From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026
In Henley’s study, Singapore is the most attractive destination, scoring 79.5 out of 100 because of its “strong rule of law, deep capital markets, political stability, and a sophisticated wealth management ecosystem.”
From Barron's • Jun. 19, 2026
“We have the county of Los Angeles with its county counsel’s office, which is a very substantial and sophisticated office, telling me this payment program should go forward,” Riff said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2026
“The SSA uses sophisticated tools and investigations to detect fraud, and attempting to divorce just to qualify for benefits can result in a permanent loss of eligibility,” he wrote.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 15, 2026
Googly eyes would work for a less sophisticated look.
From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry
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