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

According to IntBot, the robot represents a broader shift toward socially intelligent robots capable of understanding human intent and operating autonomously in real-world environments such as airports, hospitals, and public buildings. —Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026

Social factors influencing Sam’s health included social isolation, missing school, and falling behind socially and academically as a result. —Big Think, 24 Mar. 2026

Virtues grow where they are socially reinforced. —Eranda Jayawickreme, The Conversation, 24 Mar. 2026

This cycle of learning, mentoring, and leadership is one of the reasons Montessori classrooms help children develop not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well. —Jose Bolaños, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 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