socially
- 01 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.
Simple“Smoking has become much less socially acceptable over the last few decades.”
In context“The policy was designed to support socially disadvantaged families by providing better access to local healthcare and education.”
SynonymscommunallypubliclyAntonyms - 02 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.
Simple“I know her through work, but we don't really hang out socially.”
In context“Although he was highly successful in his professional life, he remained socially awkward and often avoided large gatherings.”
SynonymssociablygregariouslyAntonymsasociallyprivately
Usage socially construct · socially relevant
From social + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.