Civil and Vulgar

Opposite meaning words

Civil adjective - Showing consideration, courtesy, and good manners.

Usage example: please try to be civil to your ex-husband at the upcoming family wedding

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Vulgar is an antonym for civil.

Vulgar adjective - Belonging to the class of people of low social or economic rank.

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Civil is an antonym for vulgar.

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