CIVIL

/ˈsɪv.əl/ ► audio Scrabble 10 Words With Friends 13

Definition

  1. adjective applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military.
  2. adjective not rude. — synonyms: polite
  3. adjective of or occurring within the state or between or among citizens of the state.
  4. adjective of or relating to or befitting citizens as individuals. — synonyms: civic
  5. adjective (of divisions of time) legally recognized in ordinary affairs of life.
  6. adjective of or in a condition of social order.

Examples

  • “She went into civil service because she wanted to help the people.”
  • “It was very civil of him to stop the argument.”
  • “a civil case”

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