English · Family & People
society
/səˈsaɪ.ə.ti/
[/səˈsaɪ.ə.ti/]
civilization, public
Intermediatenoun
Definition
Society is people living together in an organized community, sharing laws, customs, and institutions.
Example
A fair society should make sure that every child has access to good education and healthcare.
A fair society should make sure that every child has access to good education and healthcare.
Etymology
From French 'société', from Latin 'societas' (fellowship), from 'socius' (companion).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for the whole structure of human community and its norms and institutions.