Social (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Tending to move or live together in groups or colonies of the same kind; "ants are social insects".
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Meaning 2
Composed of sociable people or formed for the purpose of sociability; "a purely social club"; "the church has a large social hall"; "a social director".
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Meaning 3
Living together or enjoying life in communities or organized groups; "a human being is a social animal"; "mature social behavior".
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Meaning 4
Relating to human society and its members; "social institutions"; "societal evolution"; "societal forces"; "social legislation".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The social structure of the community was heavily influenced by the local economy.
- Social inequality has been a persistent issue throughout human history.
- The government's social policies aimed to reduce poverty and improve education.
- The social norms of the time dictated that women wear modest clothing in public.
- The social sciences, including sociology and anthropology, study human behavior and culture.
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Meaning 5
Relating to or belonging to or characteristic of high society; "made fun of her being so social and high-toned"; "a social gossip colum"; "the society page".
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Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
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Meaning 6
Marked by friendly companionship with others; "a social cup of coffee".
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