n.去文明化，野蛮化

The novel explores the concept of decivilization, where society reverts to a more primitive state after a catastrophic event.
这部小说探讨了文明衰退的概念，即在一个灾难性事件后社会退化到更为原始的状态。
Decivilization is often characterized by the breakdown of law and order, leading to chaos and anarchy.
文明衰退常表现为法律和秩序的崩溃，导致混乱和无政府状态。
Some historians argue that the fall of the Roman Empire marked the beginning of a period of decivilization in Europe.
一些历史学家认为罗马帝国的衰落标志着欧洲进入了一个文明衰退的时期。
The documentary showed how war can accelerate the process of decivilization, as social structures and cultural achievements are destroyed.
纪录片展示了战争如何加速文明衰退的过程，社会结构和文化成就在战争中被摧毁。
In his book, the author discusses the potential for technology to either advance civilization or contribute to its decivilization if misused.
在他的书中，作者讨论了技术要么促进文明进步，要么因滥用而促成文明衰退的可能性。
Decivilization can be seen in the abandonment of cities, where once-thriving metropolises become ghost towns.
文明衰退的一个表现是城市的废弃，曾经繁华的大都市变成了鬼城。
The collapse of infrastructure and basic services during times of extreme crisis signifies a move towards decivilization.
极端危机期间基础设施和基本服务的崩溃标志着向文明衰退的转变。
Environmental degradation, if left unchecked, could ultimately lead to decivilization as resources become scarce and habitats uninhabitable.
如果不加以控制，环境恶化最终可能导致文明衰退，因为资源变得稀缺，居住地不再适宜生存。
The study of ancient civilizations reveals patterns of growth, prosperity, and sometimes decivilization due to factors like overexploitation of resources.
古代文明的研究揭示了成长、繁荣以及有时因资源过度开发等因素导致的文明衰退的模式。
The concept of decivilization serves as a warning against taking our societal progress for granted and underscores the importance of sustainable development.
文明衰退的概念警示我们不应将社会进步视为理所当然，并强调了可持续发展的重要性。