civilization

Definition

  • noun: the condition that exists when people have developed effective ways of organizing a society and care about art, science, etc.
  • noun: a relatively high level of cultural and technological development
  • synonyms: refinement, civility, reclamation

Examples

  • He was sick of camping with his family and wanted to get back to 'civilization' and his video games.

  • a book about life on the planet after wars have destroyed 'civilization'

  • the impact of technical advancements on 'civilization'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) But finally I arrived here. I bought a new book Preposition of the flora and fauna locals. I have prepared and stored all the necessary one for to live outside of the civilization for some months. Perhaps pass a long time before he/she returns to the South. I only want you to know (..)
    2007 Into the Wild