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sociological

Sociological (adj) means relating to sociology, the study of society and social behavior. Example: “The paper takes a sociological approach to crime rates.”

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Relating to sociology, the study of society and social behavior.
"The paper takes a sociological approach to crime rates."

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In plain EnglishTo do with sociology — the academic study of society.

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What does “sociological” mean?

The word “sociological” means relating to sociology, the study of society and social behavior. In plain terms, to do with sociology — the academic study of society.

How do you use “sociological” in a sentence?

Here is “sociological” used in a sentence: “The paper takes a sociological approach to crime rates.”

What part of speech is “sociological”?

“Sociological” is an adjective.

Is “sociological” a common word?

“Sociological” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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