civilise Meaning & Definition
/ˈsɪvɪlaɪz/
What Does Civilise Mean?
Civilise is used as a verb meaning To educate or enlighten a person or people to a perceived higher standard of behaviour. It can also mean To introduce or impose the standards of one civilisation upon another civilization, group or person, arguably with the intent of achieving a perceived higher standard of behavior.
Word Facts for Civilise
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsɪvɪlaɪz/ |
| Verb forms | civilises, civilising, civilised |
Civilise Definition (Verb)
- To educate or enlighten a person or people to a perceived higher standard of behaviour.
- To introduce or impose the standards of one civilisation upon another civilization, group or person, arguably with the intent of achieving a perceived higher standard of behavior.
- To bring from a state of savagery to an educated or refined state.
Synonyms of Civilise
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Civilise synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
civilise (third-person singular simple present civilises, present participle civilising, simple past and past participle civilised)
Words That Rhyme With Civilise
devilise
Origin of Civilise
From civil + -ise.