A complex society characterized by urban development, social stratification, a form of government, and symbolic systems of communication such as writing.

The Indus Valley civilization is noted for its urban planning, baked brick houses, and elaborate drainage systems.

The process by which a society or place reaches an advanced stage of social and cultural development and organization.

The spread of agriculture and the establishment of trade routes were crucial to the civilization of early human societies.

The comfort and convenience of modern life, regarded as available only in towns and cities.

After weeks of camping in the wilderness, they were eager to return to civilization and enjoy a hot shower and a warm bed.

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Used attributively before another noun to denote connection with a civilization or civilizations.

The university offers a civilization studies course that compares ancient empires.