society

People living together in organized communities, with shared rules and ways of life.

• Education helps society grow.
• Our society is changing quickly.
• Every society has rules about acceptable behaviour.

Similar words: community

Common phrases: modern society, society as a whole, in society, human society

A lasting community whose people share a culture, traditions, and ways of behaving.

• This society values large families.
• We studied several ancient societies.
• Music plays an important part in their society.

Similar words: community, culture

Common phrases: traditional society, ancient society, tribal society

An organized group of people who share an activity, aim, or subject they enjoy.

• She joined the local drama society.
• Our society meets every Thursday evening.
• Several scientific societies supported the project.

Similar words: association, club, organization

Common phrases: historical society, join a society, society members