Civilise and Hurt

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Civilise verb - Raise from a barbaric to a civilized state.

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Hurt is an antonym for civilise.

Hurt verb - To feel or cause physical pain.

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Civilise is an antonym for hurt.

Nearby Words: hurtful, hurting

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