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Barbarian

Bah-RBEH-ree-uhn

/bɑːˈrbɛriːʌn/

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barbarian

Dictionary meaning

Without civilizing influences.

Examples

  • Barbarian invaders.

Synonyms: wild

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Ephemeral

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Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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