B2noun 2K

Civilization

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌsɪvəlaɪˈzeɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌsɪvələˈzeɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Civilization

a state of human society that is very developed and organized

In simple words: A large group of people living together with their own culture and government.

Civilization in a sentence

• The development of technology has greatly influenced the evolution of civilization.
• Many ancient civilizations have left their mark on modern society.
• Civilization can be characterized by advancements in art, science, and social organization.
• The decline of a civilization often leads to the loss of cultural and historical knowledge.
• They studied different civilizations to understand their beliefs and customs.
• The rise of civilization was marked by the establishment of cities and written language.
• The ancient Egyptians built a great civilization along the Nile River.
• Civilization requires cooperation and social structures to thrive.

How to use Civilization

The term 'civilization' is often used in discussions about history, anthropology, or sociology. It may not be appropriate in casual conversation unless discussing topics like history or social studies.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think 'civil' and 'nation' — imagine a big group of people living together peacefully.

Related words

Collocations with Civilization

• ancient
• early
• old
• bring
• build
• create
• collapse
• flourish
• the beginnings of civilization
• the dawn of civilization
• civilization as we know it
• ancient
• early
• old
• bring
• build
• create
• collapse
• flourish
• the beginnings of civilization
• the dawn of civilization
• civilization as we know it
• ancient
• early
• old
• bring
• build
• create
• collapse
• flourish
• the beginnings of civilization
• the dawn of civilization
• civilization as we know it

Synonyms for Civilization

• society
• culture
• civilization
• community
• nation

Opposites of Civilization

• barbarism
• savagery

Common mistakes with Civilization

• Confused with 'civilized' which refers to a state of being developed or refined.
• Using 'civilization' in a very personal context where it doesn’t fit, such as describing smaller groups.
• Not using the term in its plural form 'civilizations' when talking about multiple distinct societies.

Frequently asked questions about Civilization

What does Civilization mean?

A large group of people living together with their own culture and government.

What is the definition of Civilization?

a state of human society that is very developed and organized

How do you use Civilization in a sentence?

The development of technology has greatly influenced the evolution of civilization.

Can you give another example of Civilization?

Many ancient civilizations have left their mark on modern society.

What are synonyms for Civilization?

Common alternatives include society, culture, civilization, community, nation.

What is the opposite of Civilization?

Opposite meanings include barbarism, savagery.

What words go with Civilization?

It commonly pairs with ancient, early, old, bring, build, create, collapse, flourish, the beginnings of civilization, the dawn of civilization, civilization as we know it, ancient, early, old, bring, build, create, collapse, flourish, the beginnings of civilization, the dawn of civilization, civilization as we know it, ancient, early, old, bring, build, create, collapse, flourish, the beginnings of civilization, the dawn of civilization, civilization as we know it.

What are common mistakes when using Civilization?

Confused with 'civilized' which refers to a state of being developed or refined. Using 'civilization' in a very personal context where it doesn’t fit, such as describing smaller groups. Not using the term in its plural form 'civilizations' when talking about multiple distinct societies.

How do you pronounce Civilization?

US: /["/ˌsɪvələˈzeɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌsɪvəlaɪˈzeɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Civilization?

The term 'civilization' is often used in discussions about history, anthropology, or sociology. It may not be appropriate in casual conversation unless discussing topics like history or social studies.

What CEFR level is Civilization?

"Civilization" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.