civilized
adjective/ˈsɪvəlaɪzd/
/ˈsɪvəlaɪzd/
(British English also civilised)
- well organized socially with a very developed culture and way of life
- the civilized world
- rising crime in our so-called civilized societies
- The historical Philistines were one of the most civilized peoples of their times.
- having laws and customs that are fair and morally acceptable
- No civilized country should allow such terrible injustices.
- having or showing polite and reasonable behaviour
- We couldn't even have a civilized conversation any more.
- This is not how civilized people behave.
- typical of a comfortable and pleasant way of life
- Breakfast on the terrace—how civilized!
- Let’s go somewhere civilized and have a meal.
opposite uncivilized
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