sociological — relating to sociology or the study of society and social relationships
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to sociology or the study of society and social relationships
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌsoʊsiəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
Example Sentences
- From a sociological perspective, why do people take selfies with their food before eating?
- The professor's sociological analysis of dating apps was both hilarious and enlightening.
- Sociological research helps us understand how social media affects human relationships.
sociological
ADJECTIVE[/ˌsoʊsiəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/]
relating to sociology or the study of society and social relationships
relating to sociology or the study of society and social relationships
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The term combines Latin 'socius' (companion, associate) and Greek 'logos' (study, discourse), forming 'sociology' as a scientific study of society. French philosopher Auguste Comte established this discipline in the 19th century as a systematic, scientific examination of social phenomena.
Breakdown
soci- (Latin socius, companion/society) + -o- (combining vowel) + -log- (Greek logos, study/discourse) + -ical (adjective suffix, pertaining to). The adjective form 'sociological' describes something relating to or characteristic of sociology.
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📝Examples
“From a sociological perspective, why do people take selfies with their food before eating?”
“The professor's sociological analysis of dating apps was both hilarious and enlightening.”
“Sociological research helps us understand how social media affects human relationships.”
“The sociological factors behind the popularity of K-pop are fascinating to study.”
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