how to pronounce sophisticate
/səˈfɪstəˌkɛɪt/
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sophisticate is pronounced in four syllables
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An example use of sophisticate in a speech by a native speaker of american english:
“… sporty sophisticate to me which is kind …”
meanings of sophisticate
verb:
- To alter and make impure, as with the intention to deceive.
- To make less natural or innocent.
- To make more complex or refined.
- To practice sophistry; change the meaning of, or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive.
noun:
- A worldly-wise person.
adjective:
- Not genuine; not pure; adulterated.
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