Vocabulary Entry

barbarian

|noun • adjective

noun

A member of a community or tribe not belonging to one of the great civilizations (such as those of Greece, Rome, and later Europe); often considered uncivilized or primitive.

Example Sentences

"The Romans viewed the invading tribes as barbarian hordes."

"In the story, the barbarian warriors raided the coastal villages."

"The concept of a barbarian often evokes images of fierce and untamed fighters."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The village was portrayed as barbarian in its customs and rituals."

"His barbarian tendencies made it difficult for him to fit into modern society."

"The novel depicts the barbarian lifestyle in stark contrast to the refined culture of the city."