civic
Americanadjective
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of or relating to a city; municipal.
civic problems.
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of or relating to citizenship; civil.
civic duties.
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of citizens.
civic pride.
adjective
Other Word Forms
- anticivic adjective
- civically adverb
- intercivic adjective
- procivic adjective
- uncivic adjective
Etymology
Origin of civic
1535–45; < Latin cīvicus, equivalent to cīv ( is ) citizen + -icus -ic
Example Sentences
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The United Nations has urged Burkina to reverse the decision to ban political parties and stop the repression of civic space.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
But the deeper lesson is civic, not economic.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026
"The university is prepared to ditch its commitment to its civic mission for the sake of minimal savings," the UCU added.
From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026
In a moment when partisanship dominates coverage, his passing invites reflection on the role of law, accountability, and the endurance of civic norms.
From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026
Bullhead’s distinguishing civic feature is the Mohave Valley Highway, four lanes of asphalt lined with gas stations and fast-food franchises, chiropractors and video shops, auto-parts outlets and tourist traps.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
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