1. (noun) civilization, civilisation
the social process whereby societies achieve an advanced stage of development and organization
Synonyms: civilization, refinement, civilisation, culture
2. (noun) culture, civilization, civilisation
a particular society at a particular time and place
Synonyms: culture, civilization, cultivation, acculturation, polish, civilisation, finish, refinement
3. (noun) civilization, civilisation
a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations)
Synonyms: civilization, refinement, civilisation, culture
4. (noun) refinement, civilization, civilisation
the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste
Synonyms: nicety, culture, elaboration, shade, subtlety, civilization, cultivation, refining, polish, nuance, civilisation, finish, refinement, purification
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