What is "civilization" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "civilization": a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations)

Noun

Pronunciation in US: /ˌsɪv.ə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˌsɪv.ɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Meaning of "civilization": the social process whereby societies achieve an advanced stage of development and organization

Noun

Pronunciation in US: /ˌsɪv.ə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˌsɪv.ɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Meaning of "civilization": a particular society at a particular time and place

Noun

Pronunciation in US: /ˌsɪv.ə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˌsɪv.ɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Meaning of "civilization": the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste

Noun

Pronunciation in US: /ˌsɪv.ə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Pronunciation in UK: /ˌsɪv.ɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Synonyms:

development, progress, education, advancement, elevation, acculturation, civility, refinement, cultivation, polish, illumination, breeding, enlightenment, edification, social well-being,

Antonyms:

decrease, stoppage, ignorance, destruction, barbarism, decline, retreat, retrogression, rudeness, primitiveness,