Definitions of civilization:

• noun:   a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations)

  Example: "The people slowly progressed from barbarism to civilization"

• noun:   the social process whereby societies achieve civilization
• noun:   the quality of excellence in thought and manners and taste

  Example: "He is remembered for his generosity and civilization"

• noun:   a particular society at a particular time and place

  Example: "Early Mayan civilization"