socially

adverb

so·​cial·​ly ˈsō-sh(ə-)lē 

1

: in a social manner

2

: with respect to society

3

: by or through society

Examples of socially in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Together, the five titles offer a portrait of Hong Kong society during a period of rapid change, reflecting the socially engaged filmmaking that defined much of the territory’s cinema in the late 20th century. —Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026

Motivation to socially connect. —Outside Online, 18 Mar. 2026

There is an opportunity here to create something timely, grounded and socially relevant. —Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 17 Mar. 2026

This is a winning day – both professionally and socially. —Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 17 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1621, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing socially

• socially distance

Kids Definition

socially

adverb

so·​cial·​ly ˈsōsh-(ə-)lē 

1

: in a social manner

birds living socially together

2

: with respect to society

socially disadvantaged