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CIVILIZED

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Civilized.

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Civilized - as an adjective

Having a high state of culture and development both social and technological

Example: "Terrorist acts that shocked the civilized world"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
civilised15
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
noncivilized

Civilized - as an adjective satellite

Marked by refinement in taste and manners

Example: "Cultivated speech"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
civilised15cultivated16cultured11genteel8polite8

Civilized - as a verb

To educate or enlighten a person or people to a perceived higher standard of behaviour.

To introduce or impose the standards of one civilisation upon another civilization, group or person, arguably with the intent of achieving a perceived higher standard of behavior.

To bring from a state of savagery to an educated or refined state.

Example Sentences

"He comes from a highly civilized society."
"The city has a civilized transportation system."
"She always behaves in a civilized manner."
"The meeting was conducted in a civilized manner."
"They had a civilized discussion about the issue."
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Word Game Points

Is CIVILIZED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, civilized is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CIVILIZED has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.

Is CIVILIZED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, civilized is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CIVILIZED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.

Is CIVILIZED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, civilized is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CIVILIZED has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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