How to Pronounce "sophomoric"
word
ˌsɑfoʊˈmɑɹɪk
sahf-mor-IK
sˌɒfəmˈɒɹɪk
sof-uh-MOR-ik
Definition
Describes ideas, behavior, or attitudes that are childish, overconfident, or not fully mature, often because of a lack of experience or understanding.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌsɑfoʊˈmɑɹɪk
British English
sˌɒfəmˈɒɹɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sahf-mor-IK
UK
sof-uh-MOR-ik
Listen in Context
His sophomoric jokes made everyone roll their eyes.
The movie was criticized for its sophomoric humor.
His sophomoric ideas about politics surprised his teachers.
Don't take his sophomoric attitude too seriously—he's just trying to impress his friends.