barbarians

[US]/[ˈbɑːbəriən]/
[UK]/[ˈbɑːrbərɪən]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A member of a group of people who are considered uncivilized or primitive.; Historically, a foreign people considered uncivilized by the ruling power.; A person whose behavior is brutal or aggressive.
adj.Relating to or characteristic of barbarians; uncivilized.

Phrases & Collocations

barbarians at the gate

like barbarians

barbarian hordes

barbarian invasion

barbarian tribes

barbarian life

barbarians within

barbarian ways

barbarian culture

barbarian attack

Example Sentences

the roman empire constantly fought to defend its borders from barbarian invasions.

historical accounts often portray barbarians as uncivilized and savage.

despite the negative stereotypes, some barbarian cultures had complex social structures.

the term "barbarian" was often used by the greeks to describe outsiders.

many barbarian tribes raided roman settlements for resources and slaves.

the barbarian hordes overwhelmed the weakened western roman empire.

some barbarian leaders adopted roman customs and converted to christianity.

the clash between roman civilization and barbarian cultures shaped european history.

the term "barbarian" is now considered a derogatory and outdated term.

archaeological evidence reveals the sophistication of some so-called barbarian societies.

the barbarian warrior displayed remarkable strength and courage in battle.

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