ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Socialization

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Socialization is a noun meaning (sociology, psychology) The process of learning how to live in a way acceptable to one's own society, said especially about children.

Meaning

(sociology, psychology) The process of learning how to live in a way acceptable to one's own society, said especially about children.

More Meanings

  1. The act of interacting with others, of being social.
  2. Taking under government control as implementing socialism.

Example Sentences

socialization of the means of production
Socialization skills are important things to learn in kindergarten.
Forced socialization rarely creates strong friendships, but there are exceptions.

Word Forms

Synonyms for socialization

Depending on context, synonyms include acculturation, socialisation, socializing.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include acculturation, socialisation, collectivization, collectivisation, social, dissemination.

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