civilize
|civ/i/lize|
B2
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/ˈsɪv.ə.laɪz/
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/ˈsɪv.ɪ.laɪz/
advance society
Etymology
Etymology Information
'civilize' originates from the French word 'civiliser,' which is derived from the Latin 'civilis,' meaning 'relating to a citizen.'
Historical Evolution
'civiliser' transformed into the English word 'civilize' during the 17th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make civil or polite,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bring to a more advanced stage of social development.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to bring a society to a stage of social, cultural, and moral development considered to be more advanced.
Efforts were made to civilize the indigenous tribes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39