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"Barbarism" vs. "savagery": parsing the language of the untamed
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Lloyd Cooper 30/09/2024, 19:43
Lloyd Cooper 30/09/2024, 19:43English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "barbarism" and "savagery" refer to behavior or cultures perceived as uncivilized or brutal.
What is different?
"Barbarism" can imply a lack of refinement or sophistication, historically contrasting with "civilization", while "savagery" often emphasizes brutality and primal violence.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Barbarism- The ruins showed signs of ancient barbarism.
- He lamented the barbarism of modern warfare.
- The explorers were shocked by the savagery of the wild animals.
- Her words were full of savagery and disdain.
Difference
