sociology
nounfeminine/susjuɫuˈʒiɐ/medium
so·cio·lo·gi·a
Definition
The scientific study of human societies, social relationships, institutions, and the processes that bind and transform them.
Sociology examines phenomena such as social stratification and cultural change.
She holds a PhD in Sociology from a prestigious university.
Common collocations
urban sociologysociology of educationsociology degreesociological theory
Etymology
Do francês 'sociologie', formado a partir do latim 'socius' (companheiro) e do grego '-logia' (estudo, tratado).