civil in Latin
civil in Latin is cīvīlis — civil means relating to ordinary citizens and government, as opposed to the military or religion.
civil in Latin
cīvīlis
(uncomparable) Having to do with people and government office as opposed to the military or religion.
What does "civil" mean?
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adj Relating to ordinary citizens and government, as opposed to the military or religion.
"The new law protects the civil rights of every citizen."
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adj Polite and reasonably courteous, without being warm or friendly.
"Although she was upset, she gave a civil reply and left quietly."
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adj Relating to private disputes between citizens, as opposed to criminal law.
"The two neighbours settled their civil dispute over the fence with the help of a mediator."
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civil in a sentence
- The new law protects the civil rights of every citizen.
- The country moved from military rule to civil government.
- Although she was upset, she gave a civil reply and left quietly.
- They kept things civil even though they clearly disagreed.
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What is "civil" in Latin?
"civil" in Latin is cīvīlis. civil means: Relating to ordinary citizens and government, as opposed to the military or religion.
How do you use "civil" in a sentence?
Example: "The new law protects the civil rights of every citizen." In Latin, "civil" is cīvīlis.
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