as in cultured
having or showing a taste for the fine arts and gracious living
a civilized older couple who are celebrated for holding dinner parties that are attended by the city's best and brightest
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Recent Examples of civilized
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Promoting a civilized society is more important than ever, said Deborah Jordy, SCFD’s executive director for the last decade.
—John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 10 Mar. 2025
Had someone cast him in a movie, the actor would most likely be Paul Henreid, who played a highly civilized spy in the film Casablanca.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Going back to child labor policies reminiscent of the Gilded Age is not an answer in a civilized society to address worker shortages and disrupted supply chains.
—Thomas Kennedy, Orlando Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
This is a full-scale aggression by a deranged state against a civilized one.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
Promoting a civilized society is more important than ever, said Deborah Jordy, SCFD’s executive director for the last decade.
—John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 10 Mar. 2025
Had someone cast him in a movie, the actor would most likely be Paul Henreid, who played a highly civilized spy in the film Casablanca.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Going back to child labor policies reminiscent of the Gilded Age is not an answer in a civilized society to address worker shortages and disrupted supply chains.
—Thomas Kennedy, Orlando Sentinel, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for civilized
Adjective
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Some research in mice and cultured cells hint that microplastics have the potential to cause damage, and epidemiological research suggests that microplastics are associated with respiratory, digestive, and reproductive issues, as well as colon and lung cancer.—
Hannah Seo,
The Atlantic,
29 Mar. 2025
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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,
Ars Technica,
15 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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Express is a very polished and well-featured product that lets users jump straight into just about any digital design task, but it’s particularly suited to small businesses or independent content creators.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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All three of the forthcoming ocean yachts will accommodate 128 guests in a variety of suites, with plenty of open-air spaces on board and a service style that’s both polished and relaxed.—
Paul Brady,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Apr. 2025
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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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“Civilized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/civilized. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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