civilisation
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for civilisation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — British spelling of civilization — an organised, developed society or culture.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Etymology
From French civilisation, from civil plus -isation.
Full origin of civilisation →Frequently asked questions
What does “civilisation” mean?
The word “civilisation” means british spelling of civilization — an organised, developed society or culture. In plain terms, same word as civilization, just spelled the British way.
How do you pronounce “civilisation”?
“Civilisation” is pronounced sihv-ih-leye-ZAY-shuhn (/ˌsɪv.ɪ.lɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “civilisation” in a sentence?
Here is “civilisation” used in a sentence: “Ancient Egyptian civilisation lasted for thousands of years.”
What part of speech is “civilisation”?
“Civilisation” is a noun.
Where does the word “civilisation” come from?
The word “civilisation” comes from French. From French civilisation, from civil plus -isation.
Is “civilisation” a common word?
“Civilisation” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.