Definitions

1. noun

Behavior or practices considered to be brutal, savage, or uncivilized; the state of being uncivilized or lacking in refinement.

“The politician was accused of barbarism for supporting the use of torture in interrogations.”

2. noun

A practice or attitude that is considered to be brutal, savage, or uncivilized, especially in a social or cultural context.

“The artist’s use of violence in his artwork was seen as an example of barbarism in modern art.”

3. noun

A state or period of great disorder, chaos, or violence, especially in a society or community.

“The city descended into barbarism after the war, with looting and violence erupting in the streets.”