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Comparative
more civil
Superlative
most civil
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related to the citizens of a country
- Civil rights movements advocate for equality and justice for all citizens.
- The civil war tore the country apart, causing immense suffering.
- They participated in civil disobedience to protest unjust laws.
- The government enacted civil liberties to protect individual freedoms.
- Civil discourse is essential for resolving societal conflicts peacefully.
Synonyms:
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involving ordinary people who are not part of the armed forces
- The civil infrastructure of the city was heavily damaged during the siege.
- Civil witnesses can provide crucial testimonies about the events that unfolded during the conflict.
- The government's civil defense program aims to prepare citizens for potential military threats.
- Efforts to rebuild civil infrastructure, such as schools and hospitals, are essential after the war ends.
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recognized legally in ordinary, non-religious contexts
Antonyms:
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connected to the government or public life, rather than religion or the military
- The government is working to strengthen civil institutions.
- Civil unions offer legal recognition to same-sex couples.
- Civil duties include paying taxes and serving on a jury.
- He was asked to attend a civil meeting about local issues.
- The couple opted for a civil ceremony instead of a religious one.
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relating to social order or the condition of an organized society