societal

adjective

so·​ci·​e·​tal sə-ˈsī-ə-tᵊl 

: of or relating to society : social

societal forces

societally

sə-ˈsī-ə-tᵊl-ē 

adverb

Examples of societal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

By addressing immediate needs and trauma early, the program has helped prevent future child welfare involvement, reduce long-term societal costs and build stronger families. — Miami Herald, 24 July 2026

Growing societal acceptance of and support for working mothers is part of that change, as is an NWSL collective-bargaining agreement featuring protections and provisions for mothers and childcare. — Pj Green july 24, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026

This unconventional throuple in the quiet suburbs of North London challenged societal norms, lasting 10 years. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 23 July 2026

Ultimately, Marx clarifies, capitalism diminishes societal wealth for every one. — Literary Hub, 23 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing societal

• inter-societal

Rhymes for societal

• parietal