Uncivilized

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈsɪvəˌlaɪzd/

Definitions of uncivilized

adjective not civilized; barbaric or primitive in nature

Example Sentences

A1 Some people believe that living in the jungle is uncivilized.

A2 The remote village had basic amenities and was considered uncivilized by modern standards.

B1 The tribe's customs were seen as uncivilized by outsiders.

B2 The lack of infrastructure in the rural area was often described as uncivilized.

C1 The barbaric practices of the ancient civilization were considered uncivilized by historians.

C2 The uncivilized behavior of the dictator led to widespread unrest in the country.

Examples of uncivilized in a Sentence

formal The behavior of the tribe was considered uncivilized by modern standards.

informal Some people still hold onto uncivilized beliefs from the past.

slang That party was so uncivilized, everyone was acting crazy.

figurative The lack of manners at the event made it feel like an uncivilized jungle.

Grammatical Forms of uncivilized

• past tense: uncivilized
• plural: uncivilized
• comparative: more uncivilized
• superlative: most uncivilized
• present tense: uncivilize
• future tense: will uncivilize
• perfect tense: have uncivilized
• continuous tense: is uncivilizing
• singular: uncivilized
• positive degree: uncivilized
• infinitive: to uncivilize
• gerund: uncivilizing
• participle: uncivilized

Origin and Evolution of uncivilized

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'uncivilized' originated from the Latin word 'incivilis', which means 'not civil'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'uncivilized' has evolved to refer to societies or individuals perceived as lacking in culture, refinement, or social organization.