civiltà

Definitions of civiltà
  1. noun
    a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage)
    synonyms: civilizzazione, crescita, evoluzione, sviluppo
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    antonyms:
    degenerazione
    the process of declining from a higher to a lower level of effective power or vitality or essential quality
    type of:
    processo
    a sustained phenomenon or one marked by gradual changes through a series of states
  2. noun
    the act of showing regard for others
    synonyms: urbanità
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    types:
    garbatezza
    a courteous or respectful or considerate act
    ossequio
    a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
    galanteria
    polite attentiveness to women
    type of:
    atto, azione
    something done (usually as opposed to something said)
  3. noun
    a particular society at a particular time and place
    synonyms: cultura
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