Socially: meaning, definitions and examples

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socially

 

[ ˈsoʊʃəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

social context

The term 'socially' refers to the manner in which an individual interacts with others within a societal setting. It encompasses behaviors, practices, and attitudes that relate to society. For instance, actions can be characterized as socially acceptable or unacceptable based on cultural norms. Being socially competent is often crucial for forming relationships and ensuring effective communication. Furthermore, the term can denote the influence of society on personal behavior and the inclusion or exclusion from social groups.

Synonyms

communally, interpersonally, societally.

Examples of usage

  • She is socially active in her community.
  • They are socially conscious consumers.
  • Socially, he struggled to fit in at the new school.
  • The event was designed to bring people together socially.

Translations

Translations of the word "socially" in other languages:

🇵🇹 socialmente

🇮🇳 सामाजिक रूप से

🇩🇪 gesellschaftlich

🇮🇩 secara sosial

🇺🇦 соціально

🇵🇱 społecznie

🇯🇵 社会的に

🇫🇷 socialement

🇪🇸 socialmente

🇹🇷 sosyal olarak

🇰🇷 사회적으로

🇸🇦 اجتماعياً

🇨🇿 společensky

🇸🇰 spoločensky

🇨🇳 社会地位上

🇸🇮 družbeno

🇮🇸 félagslega

🇰🇿 әлеуметтік түрде

🇬🇪 სოციალურად

🇦🇿 sosial olaraq

🇲🇽 socialmente

Etymology

The word 'socially' is derived from the Latin word 'socialis', which means 'belonging to companionship'. It evolved through Middle English in the form of 'socialle', which indicated its connection to society and communal living. In English, 'social' as an adjective emerged in the 14th century, primarily linked to companionship and community interaction. The adverbial form 'socially' came into usage much later, reflecting the increasing complexity of societal interactions during the industrial revolution. With advances in communication and social structures, the use of 'socially' has expanded notably in modern discourse, especially in contexts involving cultural norms, human psychology, and group dynamics. The concept has also been influenced by developments in technology and globalization, prompting discussions around social networks and platforms.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,921 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.