Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Power refers to having control or influence over others or resources. Civilization refers to an advanced stage of human social development characterized by complex institutions, cultural achievements, and organized communities.
Related terms
Social Hierarchy: A system in which individuals or groups are ranked according to their social status and power within a society.
Cultural Diffusion: The spread of cultural beliefs, practices, and ideas from one society to another through contact and interaction.
Urbanization: The process of the growth and development of cities, often accompanied by changes in social, economic, and political structures.