civilization (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌsɪvəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definition
A society in an advanced state of social and cultural development, especially by European standards, characterized by a complex urban culture, governmental structures, and technological advancements.
Examples
The discovery of ancient pottery shed light on the daily lives of this early civilization.
Many historians debate whether the Maya civilization was more advanced than the Roman civilization.
The collapse of the Roman civilization had a profound impact on the development of Europe.
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