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socially

adv.
US //ˈsoʊʃəɫi// UK //sˈəʊʃəlˌi// so·cial·ly
  1. 1 relating to society (adv.)
    B1 Intermediate

    in a way that relates to how people live together in a society.

    with reference to the organisation or status of a society and its members.

    Example

    Smoking has become much less socially acceptable over the last few decades.

    Example

    The policy was designed to support socially disadvantaged families by providing better access to local healthcare and education.
  2. 2 interacting with others (adv.)
    B1 Intermediate

    in a way that involves meeting and spending time with other people for fun.

    in a social manner or context; relating to activities involving companionship and recreation.

    Example

    I know her through work, but we don't really hang out socially.

    Example

    Although he was highly successful in his professional life, he remained socially awkward and often avoided large gatherings.
    • sociably
    • gregariously
Origin

From social + -ly.

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