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

The university houses the National Center for Equitable Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Systems, which focuses on the development and use of socially responsible and equitable AI. — Marybeth Gasman, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Combining two interventions—such as regular physical activity, following the MIND diet, or participating in socially engaging activities like spending time with peers—resulted in cognitive improvement at the end of the two-year period. — Kathleen Felton, Time, 21 July 2026

Other ways to support brain health include staying mentally and socially engaged and eating a healthy diet. — Danielle Zickl, Health, 20 July 2026

In person, Hanania comes across as socially awkward yet oozing with self-regard. — Gilad Edelman, The Atlantic, 19 July 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