civiliser

[US]/ˌsɪvɪˈlaɪzə/
[UK]/ˌsɪvəˈlaɪzɚ/

Translation

v.to bring out of a primitive or savage state; educate and improve; cultivate
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the primary goal of the mission was to civilize the indigenous population.

ancient rome sought to civilize the barbarian tribes through conquest.

education plays a crucial role in the effort to civilize society.

they claimed their intention was to civilize the wild frontier.

it is a difficult task to civilize a place torn by anarchy.

the europeans attempted to civilize the inhabitants of the new colonies.

history shows that efforts to civilize others often mask exploitation.

the victorians believed it was their duty to civilize the world.

can we truly civilize humanity without losing our primal instincts?

the new laws were designed to civilize the rough mining towns.

we must civilize the internet to protect our children from harm.

the organization aims to civilize global trade practices.

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