civil

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪv.əl/
Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Having to do with people and government office as opposed to the military or religion.

Example Sentences
  • She went into civil service because she wanted to help the people.
2 Definition

Behaving in a reasonable or polite manner.

Antonyms
anti-civil impolite inconsiderate noncivil rude
Example Sentences
  • It was very civil of him to stop the argument.
3 Definition

Relating to private relations among citizens, as opposed to criminal matters.

Example Sentences
  • a civil case
4 Definition

Secular.