NYT Dictionary

CIVILIAN

/sɪˈvɪl.jən/
NounAdjectiveci-VIL-ianci-vil-ian · 3 syllablesGrade 5

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2020, 2024

Meaning

A person following the pursuits of civil life, especially one who is not an active member of the armed forces.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English

From Middle English cyvylien, from Old French civilien. Equivalent to civil + -ian.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

citizencivilagdakcqcsscleadermouthpiecenonbelligerent

Antonyms

servicemanmilitary

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle:

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