uncivilized

adjective

Pronunciation: ʌnˈsɪvəlaɪzd

Definition

Lacking the social, cultural, or moral development associated with organized modern society.

Examples

• The ancient ruins revealed a culture that was far from uncivilized, featuring complex irrigation and advanced architecture.

• He considered it uncivilized to talk with one's mouth full during a formal dinner.

• The harsh conditions of the frontier led many settlers to adopt what easterners viewed as an uncivilized lifestyle.

Synonyms of uncivilized

Words with a similar meaning to uncivilized:

• wild
• primitive
• barbaric
• unsophisticated

Antonyms of uncivilized

Words with the opposite meaning to uncivilized:

• civilized
• refined

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