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βαρβαρικός — 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.
barbaric adj Extremely cruel, brutal, or uncivilized.

Senses

βαρβαρικός is used for these senses in English:

barbarian Relating to people, countries, or customs perceived as uncivilized or inferior.
barbaric of or relating to a barbarian; uncivilized, uncultured or uncouth

barbarian — full definition

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

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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