verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

civilize, refine

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Example Sentences

Example:The government's efforts aim to civilize the remote regions of the country.

Definition:To make properly or sufficiently civilized; to remove from barbarism

From civilize

Example:He has refined his skills over the years, becoming one of the best in his field.

Definition:To make more pure, subtle, or artistically or intellectually superior

From refine