Civilisés (en. Civilized)

/siviliˈze/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective

Refers to societies that respect norms of culture, education, and the respect of human rights.

Civilized nations strive to resolve conflicts through dialogue.

Les nations civilisées s'efforcent de résoudre les conflits par le dialogue.

Characterized by refined behaviors and good manners.

She is very civilized; she knows how to behave in society.

Elle est très civilisée, elle sait se comporter en société.

Opposed to a primitive or barbaric way of life.

In ancient times, civilized peoples were often at war with nomadic groups.

Dans les temps anciens, les peuples civilisés étaient souvent en guerre avec les groupes nomades.

From Latin 'civilis', which means 'related to social life'.

civil with others

To act with respect and courtesy towards others.

civils avec les autres

civilized education

Intellectual and moral training enabling one to live in society.

éducation civilisée

civilized way of life

A way of living that respects social and cultural norms.

mode de vie civilisé

civilization

The state of development of a human society.

civilisation

civilize

To make someone or something more respectful of social norms.

civiliser

civility

Politeness, respect for social conventions.

civilité

A bit snobbish or pretentious in one's behavior.

He acts like a civilized person, but it sounds a bit snobbish.

Il agit comme un civilisé, mais ça sonne un peu snob.

To behave in a conventional or formatted manner.

She is so civilized that she always follows protocol.

Elle est tellement civilisée qu'elle suit toujours le protocole.