Synonyms for civil

Other words for “civil”, grouped by meaning.

We found 4 synonyms for “civil”. The most common are civilian, polite, civic, civilized.

adjective applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military

Similarcivilian

adjective not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others

Synonymspolite
Oppositesuncivil

adjective of or relating to or befitting citizens as individuals

Synonymscivic

adjective (of divisions of time) legally recognized in ordinary affairs of life

Oppositessidereal

adjective of or in a condition of social order

Similarcivilized

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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