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sophistication

[suh-fis-ti-key-shuhn] / səˌfɪs tɪˈkeɪ ʃən /


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A subtle pathos, along with the playwright’s verbal sophistication, prevents the play from degenerating into a collegiate vaudeville.”

From Los Angeles Times

Jazz was striving toward new levels of sophistication in the 1950s, as advocates for the music argued for its due consideration alongside classical music.

From The Wall Street Journal

The U.S. markets operate successfully because investors of all sizes and sophistication have equal access to company-specific information.

From Barron's

She also brought a new literary sophistication to her lyrics and a textured beauty to her eclectic music.

From The Wall Street Journal

“The moment you let your guard down, they’re ready. And with the sophistication of scams nowadays, even if your guard is up, they’re ready.”

From MarketWatch