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'

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