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sociology

/ˌsəʊsiːˈɒlədʒiː/

Meanings
noun
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

Examples :

"Sociology examines how family structures influence individual behavior and social roles. "
society human organization culture

Related Words

Illustration processes

processes noun

/ˈpɹoʊsɛsiːz/ /ˈpɹəʊ̯sɛsiːz/ /ˈpɹɑsɛsɪz/

A series of events which produce a result (the product).

"The bakery uses complex processes to transform flour, sugar, and eggs into delicious cakes. "

Illustration individual

individual noun

/ˌɘndɘˈvɘd͡ʒɘl/ /ˌɪndəˈ-/

A person considered alone, rather than as belonging to a group of people.

"He is an unusual individual."

Illustration behavior

behavior noun

[bɪˈheɪvjə] [bɪˈheɪvjɚ]

Human conduct relative to social norms.

"The child's disruptive behavior in class was a concern for the teacher. "

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separate noun

/ˈsɛpəɹət/ /ˈsɛpəɹeɪt/

(usually in the plural) Anything that is sold by itself, especially an article of clothing.

"The store had many different dress separates for sale. "

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examines verb

/ɪɡˈzæmɪnz/ /ɛɡˈzæmɪnz/

To observe or inspect carefully or critically

"He examined the crime scene for clues."

Illustration interaction

interaction noun

/ˌɪntəɹˈækʃən/

The situation or occurrence in which two or more objects or events act upon one another to produce a new effect; the effect resulting from such a situation or occurrence.

"Be aware of interactions between different medications."

Illustration individuals

individuals noun

/ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒuəlz/

A person considered alone, rather than as belonging to a group of people.

"He is an unusual individual."

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institutions noun

/ˌɪnstɪˈtjuːʃənz/ /ˌɪnstɪˈtuʃənz/

A custom or practice of a society or community.

"Sentence: "In many cultures, arranged marriages are traditional institutions that have been practiced for generations." "

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influence noun

/ˈɪn.flu.əns/

The power to affect, control or manipulate something or someone; the ability to change the development of fluctuating things such as conduct, thoughts or decisions.

"I have absolutely no influence over him."

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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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associations noun

/əˌsəʊsiˈeɪʃənz/ /əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃənz/

The act of associating.

"The child's associations with the park were mostly happy, filled with memories of playing with friends. "

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structures noun

/ˈstrʌktʃərz/

A cohesive whole built up of distinct parts.

"The birds had built an amazing structure out of sticks and various discarded items."