civilized

civilizado

USAGE NOTE

This word may also be spelled "civilised."

civilized(sih-vuh-layzd)

adjective

1. (developed)

a. civilizado

It only took three days in the jungle for Derek to decide that he was better suited to civilized society.

Derek solo tardó tres días en la selva antes de decidir que estaba mejor adaptado a la sociedad civilizada.

2. (educated)

a. educado

Jane has become a very civilized person after year living in the city.

Jane se ha vuelto una persona muy educada después de un año de vivir en la ciudad.

b. civilizado

"It is good to be around civilized people again," said Phyllis with a haughty laugh.

"Es bueno estar otra vez entre personas civilizadas", dijo Phyllis con risa arrogante.

c. refinado

After a very civilized dinner, we were entertained by a fine musical act.

Tras de una cena muy refinada, nos entretuvo un fino acto musical.

d. decente (time)

We can go for one more drink, but I do need to get home at a civilized hour.

Podemos ir por una copa más, pero necesito llegar a casa a una hora decente.