Society

the scientific study of human society, its nature, structure, and development, as well as social behavior

She decided to study sociology because she was interested in how culture influences people's behaviors.

the study of the origins and developments of the human race and its societies and cultures

Sarah decided to major in anthropology to study the diverse cultures and societies around the world.

(geology) a distinct layer of rock or sediment

a social group made up of people who hold the highest social position and are usually quite wealthy

the social class between the upper and lower classes that includes professional and business people

the social class consisting of people with the lowest position in society and the least money

wealth that has been inherited and not earned

the quality of having high moral character, elevated ideals, or refined conduct

Her nobility was evident in the way she treated everyone with respect.

the society's middle class

The bourgeoisie in the 19th century played a significant role in shaping economic and social structures.

a system that divides the people of a society into different social classes based on their wealth, privilage, or profession

The caste system in India historically divided society into hierarchical groups based on birth, occupation, and social status.

someone who believes that a particular group of people, especially one determined by sex, religion, or race, is better than other groups and should dominate them

Authorities arrested a supremacist who was spreading hate speech online.

someone who is in a position of power, especially in the past

The medieval lord acted as an overlord over the neighboring villages.

an employee who is under the authority or control of another person

The manager delegated tasks to his subordinates.

the belief that cultural diversity within a society should be respected

Multiculturalism celebrates the richness of cultural diversity and recognizes the contributions of different ethnic, religious, and linguistic groups to society.

officially relating to or connected with a city or town

Civic leaders met to discuss plans for improving public infrastructure in the city.

the statistical characteristics of a population, such as age, gender, and ethnicity

The new marketing strategy aims to target a younger demographic.

an implicit agreement among citizens about collaboration in a way that benefits everyone in the society

involving, done, or shared by all members of a group

The collective efforts of the volunteers resulted in a successful charity event.

any remark, comment, act, or statement that consciously or unconsciously expresses prejudice or discrimination against a group or member of society

relating to a group of people with shared culture, tradition, history, language, etc.

The neighborhood celebrates its diverse ethnic heritage with cultural festivals and events.

a person belonging to the racial group traditionally characterized by lighter skin tones

The study included a diverse group of participants, including several Caucasians.

a method of gender classification that categorizes all people into either male or female

the qualities or attributes that are considered to be typical of or suitable for men

the qualities or attributes that are considered to be typical of or suitable for women

a person's perception of their own gender, which may differ from the gender they were identified with at birth

(of a person) having a sexual or romantic attraction to people of the same gender

The homosexual couple held hands as they walked through the park, openly expressing their love for each other.

(of a person) having a sexual or romantic attraction to people of the opposite gender

She identified as heterosexual and was attracted to men.

someone who is sexually drawn to people of more than one gender

A bisexual often faces unique challenges related to their sexual orientation, including misconceptions from both heterosexual and homosexual communities.

related to someone whose gender identity does not fit in the traditional binary categories of male or female

The non-binary person prefers to use they/them pronouns and does not conform to traditional gender norms.

not having any sexual characteristics or reproductive organs

The bacteria reproduced through asexual division, creating identical offspring.

related to or describing a person whose sense of gender matches their biological sex

someone who enjoys wearing clothes that are usually worn by the opposite sex

describing or relating to someone whose gender identity does not correspond with their birth sex

The transgender woman bravely shared her journey of self-discovery and transition with her friends and family.

a person whose sexual identification is entirely with the opposite sex

relating to someone whose gender identity is unstable and can change over time

to look closely or attentively at something, often in an effort to see or understand it better

I often peer into the night sky to spot constellations.

lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer or questioning

The LGBTQ community advocates for the rights and acceptance of individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning.

the state of having the sex organs or other sexual features of both genders

a person who participates in (or is open to) sexual activities of many kinds