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civilize

[siv-uh-lahyz] / ˈsɪv əˌlaɪz /
VERB
make cultured; develop
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acquaint enlighten ennoble humanize idealize refine sophisticate tame
STRONG
acculturate advance better cultivate edify educate elevate enrich foster improve indoctrinate inform instruct polish promote reclaim spiritualize uplift
WEAK
ethicize help forward
Antonyms
STRONGEST
mislead
STRONG
condemn decrease demote hurt ignore learn neglect worsen

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