Definitions
- Describing a society or group that does not have the same level of development or advancement as others. - Referring to a culture or community that lacks modern technology or infrastructure. - Talking about a people or nation that is considered primitive or backward by more developed societies.
- Describing behavior that is considered rude, offensive, or lacking in manners. - Referring to a society or group that is considered barbaric or savage by more civilized societies. - Talking about a place or environment that is inhospitable or dangerous due to lack of development or infrastructure.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a lack of development or advancement.
- 2Both can be used to refer to societies or cultures.
- 3Both can have negative connotations.
- 4Both can be used to describe people, places, or behaviors.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Noncivilized is less commonly used than uncivilized.
- 2Meaning: Noncivilized emphasizes a lack of development or modernization, while uncivilized emphasizes a lack of manners or barbarism.
- 3Connotation: Noncivilized can be seen as neutral or descriptive, while uncivilized has a more negative connotation.
- 4Scope: Noncivilized can refer to a specific group or society, while uncivilized can also refer to individual behavior or environments.
- 5Formality: Noncivilized is more formal than uncivilized.
Remember this!
Noncivilized and uncivilized are synonyms that describe a lack of development or advancement. However, noncivilized emphasizes a lack of modernization or infrastructure, while uncivilized emphasizes a lack of manners or barbarism. In addition, noncivilized is more formal and less commonly used than uncivilized.
