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 socially distanced trick-or-treating event during the 2020 COVID era also had autumn vibes, but with far more variety among the decorations than there appears to be this year. —Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025

Supported by Sundance Institute and recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30, Willa is a production and distribution company focused on socially and culturally important films. —Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025

Some might argue that for middle America conditions are not yet painful enough, socially or economically, to inspire sustained noncooperation. —Michael Shank, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025

LiquiDonate sustainably reroutes excess inventory, returns and unsellable goods from retailers to nonprofits instead of landfills, transforming a costly problem into a tax-deductible, socially impactful solution. —Andre Claudio, Sourcing Journal, 27 Oct. 2025

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