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sociologists

/ˌsoʊsiˈɑlədʒɪsts/ /ˌsoʊʃiˈɑlədʒɪsts/

Meanings
noun
A scientist studying the field of sociology; a social scientist.

Examples :

"Sociologists study how groups of people interact with each other and with society. "
science person society human

Related Words

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groups noun

/ɡɹuːps/

A number of things or persons being in some relation to one another.

"The students worked on the science project in small groups. "

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social noun

/ˈsəʊʃəl/ /ˈsoʊ.ʃəl/

A festive gathering to foster introductions.

"They organized a social at the dance club to get people to know each other."

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field noun

/fiːld/ /fild/

A land area free of woodland, cities, and towns; open country.

"There are several species of wild flowers growing in this field."

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studying verb

/ˈstʌdiːɪŋ/

(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

"I need to study my biology notes."

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with adverb

/wɪθ/ /wɪð/

Along, together with others, in a group, etc.

"Do you want to come with?"

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sociology noun

/ˌsəʊsiːˈɒlədʒiː/

The study of society, human social interaction and the rules and processes that bind and separate people not only as individuals, but as members of associations, groups and institutions

"Sociology examines how family structures influence individual behavior and social roles. "

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people noun

/ˈpiːpəl/ /ˈpipl̩/

Used as plural of person; a body of human beings considered generally or collectively; a group of two or more persons.

"There were so many people at the restaurant last night."

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other noun

/ˈɐðə/ /ʊðə/ /ˈʌðɚ/

An other, another (person, etc), more often rendered as another.

"My brother is a different person; he's an other, not like me at all. "

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society noun

/səˈsaɪ.ə.ti/

A long-standing group of people sharing cultural aspects such as language, dress, norms of behavior and artistic forms.

"This society has been known for centuries for its colorful clothing and tight-knit family structure."

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scientist noun

/ˈsaɪ.ən.tɪst/

One whose activities make use of the scientific method to answer questions regarding the measurable universe. A scientist may be involved in original research, or make use of the results of the research of others.

"The scientist studied the effects of different types of soil on plant growth. "

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study verb

/ˈstʌdi/

(usually academic) To review materials already learned in order to make sure one does not forget them, usually in preparation for an examination.

"I need to study my biology notes."

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interact noun

/ɪntəɹˈækt/

A short act or piece between others, as in a play; a break between acts.

"The play had a short interact between the second and third acts, giving the audience a chance to stretch their legs. "