uncivilized
Americanadjective
adjective
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(of a tribe or people) not yet civilized, esp preliterate
-
lacking culture or sophistication
Other Word Forms
- uncivilizedly adverb
- uncivilizedness noun
Etymology
Origin of uncivilized
Example Sentences
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“It is pleasant here, but there is no bench. Would it be perfectly uncivilized of us to sit upon the ground?”
From Literature
“Who on earth is this dirty, uncouth, and uncivilized creature?” she demanded.
From Literature
Some may find that idea revolting, a belief often, if unknowingly, steeped in colonialism and the notion that eating insects is "uncivilized."
From Salon
“In view of Gao’s uncivilized visit and his behavior that may cause harm to giant pandas, he is prohibited from entering the panda base … for life,” the notice said.
From Seattle Times
In a letter to the judge, Sibick, 37, called the trauma Fanone experienced “undeniably sickening” and said he takes full responsibility for his “uncivilized display of reckless behavior.”
From Seattle Times
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