Barbarian — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Barbarian
Barbarian (noun)
- a person from an alien land, culture, or group believed to be inferior, uncivilized, or violent —used chiefly in historical references
- a barbarous person, a rude, crude, uneducated, or uncivilized person
Barbarian (adjective)
- of or relating to a land, culture, or people alien and usually believed to be inferior to another land, culture, or people
- lacking refinement, learning, or artistic or literary culture
Barbarian (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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not civilized
"people who were regarded as barbarian by the ancient Romans"
Barbarian (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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an uncivilized person
"the invading Germanic tribes were viewed as barbarians by the citizens of ancient Rome"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Barbarian
The most common words with a similar meaning to Barbarian:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Barbarian
Words with the opposite meaning of Barbarian:
Near Antonyms of Barbarian
Word Forms of Barbarian
Inflections: barbarians
Derived words: barbarianism (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Barbarian
Latin barbarus barbarous
First known use: circa 1550
Frequently Asked Questions about Barbarian
What does "Barbarian" mean?
"Barbarian" means a person from an alien land, culture, or group believed to be inferior, uncivilized, or violent —used chiefly in historical references. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: a person from an alien land, culture, or group believed to be inferior, uncivilized, or violent —used chiefly in historical references. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Barbarian"?
Other words for "Barbarian" include barbaric, barbarous, heathen, heathenish, natural, Neanderthal, rude and savage. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Barbarian" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Barbarian"?
There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Barbarian". Common alternatives include barbaric, barbarous, heathen, heathenish, natural, Neanderthal, rude, savage, uncivil and uncivilized.
What is the opposite of "Barbarian"?
Antonyms of "Barbarian" include civilized. Near antonyms include cultured, enlightened, humane and sophisticated.
How do you use "Barbarian" in a sentence?
Examples of "Barbarian" in a sentence: "people who were regarded as barbarian by the ancient Romans"; "the invading Germanic tribes were viewed as barbarians by the citizens of ancient Rome".
Is "Barbarian" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Barbarian" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Barbarian"?
"Barbarian" is pronounced /bär-ˈber-ē-ən/ and divided into syllables as bar·bar·i·an.
What is the origin of the word "Barbarian"?
"Barbarian" comes from Latin barbarus barbarous. First known use: circa 1550.