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

As cosmopolitan as Venice is, as historically important as one of Europe’s post-Roman, grand medieval and Renaissance trading posts, the town remains a tough nut to crack, socially speaking. —Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025

This can affect daily interactions socially and professionally, the expert cautioned. —Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2025

Agnes is socially competent, even charismatic, but beset by neuroses that seem genuinely frustrating to her, not the self-satisfied post-Woody Allen solipsism common to auteurs of this ilk. —Paul A. Thompson, Pitchfork, 27 June 2025

There were also some who felt the company had become too socially conscious with its storytelling and alienated a segment of potential moviegoers. —Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 26 June 2025

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