as in civilized
having or showing a taste for the fine arts and gracious living
the most highly cultured period of the country's long history
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as in cultivated
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
culture bacteria in laboratory dishes
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Recent Examples of cultured
Ars Technica, 15 Mar. 2025
The story of carp cultivation stretches back centuries, beginning with the Romans, who first collected and cultured carp from the waters of the Danube River.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Here's a look at some of the big differences between sweet cream and cultured butter.
—Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2025
Freshwater cultured pearl bracelet: on sale for $200 Original price: $400
A nice set of pearls is a gift many women would love to show off.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 30 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Since these cultured muscles are small and ideally flat, nutrients and oxygen from the medium can easily reach every cell in the growing culture.
—Ars Technica, 15 Mar. 2025
The story of carp cultivation stretches back centuries, beginning with the Romans, who first collected and cultured carp from the waters of the Danube River.
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Here's a look at some of the big differences between sweet cream and cultured butter.
—Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2025
Freshwater cultured pearl bracelet: on sale for $200 Original price: $400
A nice set of pearls is a gift many women would love to show off.
—Christopher Murray, Fox News, 30 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cultured
Adjective
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The education of a nation’s citizenry, whether public or private, is the heartbeat of any sustaining and civilized culture.—
Patricia A. Daniel,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Apr. 2025
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What started as a civilized, postwork affair with a sushi station escalated for many of the guests as more and more martinis were drunk from Madeline’s martini bar.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2025
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Trust Of The Heart Affective trust is the trust of the heart, cultivated when leaders authentically connect on an emotional level and demonstrate genuine empathy.—
Ricky Muddimer,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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For wine lovers seeking a casual, modern experience, Portland has cultivated a vibrant urban wine scene that offers an exciting alternative to California’s more traditional tasting rooms.—
Rachel King,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Authentic and relatable videos often perform better than highly polished productions.—
Dr. Bin Tang,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The effortless and beachy hairstyle has taken a back seat in recent years to more polished styles like sleek bobs, liquid hair, and voluminous blowouts.—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
18 Apr. 2025
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As the allegations surfaced and then grew, Manson was dropped by CAA as a client and axed from acting roles in American Gods and Creepshow.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
24 Jan. 2025
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For an experimental project that eschewed commercialism and grew in the studio, American’s backing proved pivotal, because the label provided the time and money to make whatever music Deconstruction wanted to make, which wasn’t a privilege most bands got.—
Aaron Gilbreath,
SPIN,
31 Dec. 2024
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From California to Ohio to Illinois, Lily Berhalter has lived the itinerant lifestyle that comes with being a member of one of America’s most accomplished soccer families.—
Matt Le Cren,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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Two of the most accomplished Audi race cars are now up for grabs—and the marque will even provide trackside support for the buyers.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Cultured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cultured. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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