'uncivilized vs civilized' definitions:

Definition of 'uncivilized vs civilized'

From: GCIDE
  • nonliterate \nonliterate\ adj. not using a writing system; -- of societies, cultures, or tribes. [Narrower terms: uncivilized (vs. civilized)]
  • Syn: preliterate. [WordNet 1.5 +PJC]