Definition

A person who studies how people interact in groups and societies.

Example

The sociologist conducted research on the effects of social media on relationships.

Conversation

I just read a fascinating article about a sociologist studying urban communities.

That sounds interesting! What did they find?

They discovered that social interactions change based on neighborhood design.

Wow, I didn’t know a sociologist could uncover that kind of information!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sociologist → It is formed from "socius" (from Latin, meaning companion or ally) and "-logist" (from Greek "logistēs", meaning one who studies). The word "sociologist" refers to a person who studies society and social behavior, focusing on the relationships and interactions among individuals within a community.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'companion' ('socius') and someone who 'studies' ('-logist') to remember that a sociologist is someone who studies how people interact in society.

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