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socially — in a way that relates to society or to the way people interact with each other

Part of speech: ADVERB

Definition: in a way that relates to society or to the way people interact with each other

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsoʊʃəli/

Example Sentences

  • He became socially awkward after spending too much time with his cat.
  • The company is socially responsible and supports environmental causes.
  • She's socially gifted but mathematically challenged.

socially

ADVERB

[/ˈsoʊʃəli/]

in a way that relates to society or to the way people interact with each other

a friendly woman introduces two neighbors to each other with warm gestures and smiles. The three people shake hands and begin chatting as more community members gather around them. Their conversation draws others nearby who join the growing circle of people. The friendly atmosphere encourages everyone to participate in the social exchange. Children play together while adults share stories and laughter in small groups.  people interacting with each other in a way that relates to society and community connections
💡 Concept

a friendly woman introduces two neighbors to each other with warm gestures and smiles. The three people shake hands and begin chatting as more community members gather around them. Their conversation draws others nearby who join the growing circle of people. The friendly atmosphere encourages everyone to participate in the social exchange. Children play together while adults share stories and laughter in small groups. people interacting with each other in a way that relates to society and community connections

No need to be officially qualified - just be specially genuine to connect socially!
🎵 Rhyme

No need to be officially qualified - just be specially genuine to connect socially!

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/ˈsoʊʃəli/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈsəʊʃəli/

🌳Etymology

Rootsocial
Suffix--ly

Origin

Derived from Latin 'socialis' (of companions, social), which itself derives from 'socius' (companion, ally). The English adjective 'social' was formed from this Latin root, with the adverbial suffix '-ly' added to create the adverb form.

Breakdown

social (relating to society or companions) + -ly (adverbial suffix forming adverbs from adjectives). The Latin root 'socius' means companion or ally.

🎵Rhyme

specially
partially
officially

🔗Collocations

socially acceptable
socially responsible
socially awkward
socially active
socially isolated
socially conscious

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

“He became socially awkward after spending too much time with his cat.”

“The company is socially responsible and supports environmental causes.”

😄 Fun example

“She's socially gifted but mathematically challenged.”

“Remote work has made some employees feel socially disconnected.”

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