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Definitions

civilize

[siv-uh-lahyz] / ˈsɪv əˌlaɪz /

VERB

make cultured; develop

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acquaint enlighten ennoble humanize idealize refine sophisticate tame

STRONG

acculturate advance better cultivate edify educate elevate enrich foster improve indoctrinate inform instruct polish promote reclaim spiritualize uplift

WEAK

ethicize help forward

Antonyms

STRONGEST

mislead

STRONG

condemn decrease demote hurt ignore learn neglect worsen

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