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απολίτιστος — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • barbarian noun Historically, someone from outside Greek or Roman civilization, viewed by the Greeks and Romans as uncivilized.
  • uncivilized adj Lacking the organised institutions and culture associated with civilization.

Senses

απολίτιστος is used for these senses in English:

  • barbarian (derogatory) Someone from a developing country or backward culture.

barbarian — full definition

  1. noun Historically, someone from outside Greek or Roman civilization, viewed by the Greeks and Romans as uncivilized.
  2. noun A crude, uncultured, or brutally violent person.
  3. adj Uncivilized or savage in nature.

uncivilized — full definition

  1. adj Lacking the organised institutions and culture associated with civilization.
  2. adj Rude, crude, or lacking basic manners.
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