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What is another word for Sophisticate? – 179 Sophisticate Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    refined cultured polished elegant discerning urbane worldly cosmopolitan mature experienced seasoned complex nuanced subtle clever intelligent wise astute perceptive sophisticated accomplished refined civilized suave debonair charming gracious poised dignified classy high-brow aristocratic luxurious opulent sumptuous extravagant ornate intricate detailed elaborate fancy high-class superior exceptional exquisite rarefied refined cultivated enlightened informed knowledgeable erudite learned intellectual academic scholarly

    Meaning of Sophisticate

    A person with a high level of cultural and intellectual refinement.

    Definitions

    • A person who is highly cultured and refined, with a strong interest in the arts and intellectual pursuits.
    • A person who is worldly and experienced, with a keen understanding of complex social situations and nuances.
    • A person who is skilled at manipulating or deceiving others, often in a clever or subtle way.

    Etymology of Sophisticate

    The word "sophisticate" has its roots in the 15th-century Latin term "sophisticare," which means "to make subtle or deceptive."
    The term originally referred to the Sophists, a group of ancient Greek philosophers known for their clever and often deceptive arguments.
    Over time, the word evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including cultural and intellectual refinement.

    Example Uses

    • The sophisticated traveler navigated the complex streets of Tokyo with ease, taking in the sights and sounds of the city.
    • The artist's use of subtle color and nuanced texture created a sophisticated and thought-provoking piece.
    • The sophisticated investor made a fortune by cleverly manipulating the market trends.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    unsophisticated naive simple uncomplicated straightforward honest sincere genuine crude rough unrefined coarse common plebeian rustic provincial parochial narrow-minded limited uneducated uninformed ignorant primitive backward uncouth uncultured unpolished awkward clumsy inelegant

    Related Nouns

    culture refinement elegance sophistication discernment urbanity worldliness maturity experience complexity nuance subtlety cleverness intelligence wisdom astuteness perception accomplishment civilization luxury opulence extravagance ornateness intricacy elaboration fanciness high-browness aristocracy luxuriousness sumptuousness

    Related Verbs

    refine cultivate educate enlighten inform civilize polish sophisticate mature develop grow elaborate intricate detail fancy ornament embellish manipulate deceive outwit outsmart outmaneuver

    Related Adjectives

    refined cultured polished elegant discerning urbane worldly mature experienced complex nuanced subtle clever intelligent wise astute perceptive sophisticated accomplished civilized luxurious opulent extravagant ornate intricate elaborate fancy high-brow aristocratic luxurious sumptuous rarefied cultivated enlightened informed knowledgeable erudite learned intellectual academic scholarly