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

Only recently have Canadians and Americans embraced saunas socially. —Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026

Consumers increasingly value experiences that feel difficult to access, personalized and socially meaningful. —Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026

As schools across California continue to navigate declining enrollment and evolving student needs, programs like Conga Kids are increasingly viewed as a way to engage students both academically and socially. —Daily News, 14 May 2026

But even larger numbers of socially conservative white working-class voters in Wales, Scotland and northern England — the traditional bedrock of Labour’s support — switched to Reform, the insurgent party founded by Nigel Farage, the renowned Brexit campaigner. —Ian King, CNBC, 13 May 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