Click any word in a definition or example to find the entry for that word
90% of the time, speakers of English use just 7,500 words in speech and writing. These words appear in red, and are graded with stars. One-star words are frequent, two-star words are more frequent, and three-star words are the most frequent.
Thesaurus
The thesaurus of synonyms and related words is fully integrated into the dictionary entries. Click on the T button in an entry to review the synonyms and related words for that meaning.
more
/ˈsəʊʃ(ə)l/a social activity/engagement/get-together
The worst thing about working from home is the lack of social contact.
This is not a social call. I'm afraid I have some bad news.
This is the British English definition of social. View American English definition of social.
Change your default dictionary and thesaurus to American English.
|
|
using the Internet where you work, during working hours, for activities which are not work-related
BuzzWord ArticleOpen Dictionary
… to reveal a small part of your intentions in order to attract support, without actually committing yourself to doing anything
add a wordBlog
A must for anyone with an interest in the changing face of language. The Macmillan Dictionary blog explores English as it is spoken around the world today.
global English and language change from our blog
|
|
They try to address social problems such as unemployment and poor health.
The interests of big companies are rarely compatible with social justice.
a period of enormous political and social change
There has been a progressive deterioration of the social conditions of small farmers.
a judgment about someone based on their social background
The evidence shows a relationship between crime and social class.