societal

adjective

so·​ci·​e·​tal sə-ˈsī-ə-tᵊl 

: of or relating to society : social

societal forces

societally

sə-ˈsī-ə-tᵊl-ē 

adverb

Examples of societal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Through no fault, or aspiration, of its own, the WNBA has turned into a vehicle to talk about an array of divisive societal issues. — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Aug. 2026

The benefits of bioconvergence—the synergy of advances in AI, biotechnology, and bioengineering—matter too much to each country’s economic and societal well-being. — Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026

My research focuses on the societal, organizational and environmental implications of emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence and the digital infrastructure – including data centers – that supports its development and deployment. — Nir Kshetri, The Conversation, 17 Aug. 2026

Midge's grotesque, defiant nature challenged societal norms, solidifying her as a pioneering and powerful figure in comics. — Rob Salkowitz, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing societal

• inter-societal

Rhymes for societal

• parietal