English Dictionary

civilise

/ˈsɪvɪlaɪz/

verb

To educate or enlighten a person or people to a perceived higher standard of behaviour.

It is important to civilise our society and promote respect for all individuals.

意味（1）

To educate or enlighten a person or people to a perceived higher standard of behaviour.

意味（2）

To introduce or impose the standards of one civilisation upon another civilization, group or person, arguably with the intent of achieving a perceived higher standard of behavior.

意味（3）

To bring from a state of savagery to an educated or refined state.