Sociologist

usgb/ˌsəʊsiˈɑːlədʒɪst/
noun

A person who studies society and social behavior by examining the groups, cultures, organizations, social institutions, and processes that people form.

The sociologist is conducting a study on the impact of social media on teenager's behavior.
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Often appears as...

  • qualified sociologist
  • renowned sociologist

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Study of Society

A sociologist focuses on how people interact and live together within society.

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A sociologist might research how different communities support each other.
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Not Just Observers

Sociologists don't just watch; they analyze behaviors, trends, and patterns to understand social processes.

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The sociologist used surveys to understand why people vote a certain way.
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Groups and Cultures

Sociologists study both small groups, like families, and large cultures to see how society functions.

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As a sociologist, her expertise was in studying religious groups and their influence.
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