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

Preservation requires private capital and equity investment — from foundations, corporations committed to Chicago’s future, socially-minded investors and banks willing to take equity stakes in nonprofit deals. —Rafael Leon, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026

One mother from California who said her daughter attends college in Idaho shared that her child’s high school allowed her child to socially transition without parental consent or knowledge. —Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 10 Mar. 2026

Regular physical activity, nutritious eating patterns such as the Mediterranean diet, good sleep, and staying socially engaged remain the most reliable ways to support healthy aging. —Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 9 Mar. 2026

Model Appropriate Ways to Express Feelings Kids need to know how to express their emotions in a socially appropriate way. —Amy Morin, Parents, 4 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