sophistication
Translation
sophistication, refinement, complexity, elegance
Examples
The sophistication of the design is impressive.
The sophistication of the design is impressive.
He has an air of sophistication about him.
He has an air of sophistication about him.
Grammar Patterns
the sophistication of ((sth.)) describes the quality of something The sophistication of the new software is amazing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: refinement, complexity, elegance; Antonyms: simplicity, naivety
Etymology
From 'sophisticated' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ion'. The root is Greek 'sophos' (wise).
Memory Tips
The '-tion' ending tells you it's a noun, representing the *state* of being sophisticated.