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Wordabulary

sophisticated

Pronunciation
Adjective A2 Elementary

Quick answer

Highly developed and complex, or having refined taste and worldly experience.

"The software uses a sophisticated algorithm to detect fraud."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

advanced refined

Antonyms

simple unsophisticated

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The software uses a _____ algorithm to detect fraud."

Answer: sophisticated

In your own words, what does "sophisticated" mean?

Highly developed and complex, or having refined taste and worldly experience.

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