Synonyms for civilization

Noun

1. civilization, civilisation, society

usage: a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations); "the people slowly progressed from barbarism to civilization"

2. civilization, civilisation, social process

usage: the social process whereby societies achieve civilization

3. culture, civilization, civilisation, society

usage: a particular society at a particular time and place; "early Mayan civilization"

4. refinement, civilization, civilisation, excellence

usage: the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste; "a man of intellectual refinement"; "he is remembered for his generosity and civilization"