civilized
/ˈsɪv.ɪ.laɪzd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Having a highly developed society or culture; belonging to civilization.
Adjective
Examples
In the year 1521, when Cortez reached Anahuac, the American bison was seen for the first time by civilized Europeans, if we may be permitted to thus characterize the horde of blood thirsty plunder seekers who fought their way to the Aztec capital.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Showing evidence of moral and intellectual advancement; humane, reasonable, ethical.
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “civilized” mean?
Having a highly developed society or culture; belonging to civilization.
Is “civilized” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.