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 series attempts to explain how Elle developed her passion for justice by placing her in a socially conscious Seattle high school, where activism is part of everyday life. — Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Outside Hollywood, Glover has become equally known for being involved in his community, co-founding a production company, Louverture Films, focused on supporting socially conscious stories from underserved communities. — Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026

Pepper-Jackson began socially transitioning in third grade and has taken puberty-delaying medication and hormone therapy. — Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 30 June 2026

Human minds would have to ensure that that bounty got distributed in socially beneficial ways. — Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 29 June 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