sophisticating

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb make less natural or innocent
  2. verb practice sophistry; change the meaning of or be vague about in order to mislead or deceive
  3. verb alter and make impure, as with the intention to deceive

Synonyms

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