adjective

societal

societal

This is a major societal problem.

This is a major societal problem.

We must consider the societal impact of this policy.

We must consider the societal impact of this policy.

((noun)) relating to society This is a major societal problem.

Synonyms: social, communal, public; Antonyms: individual, personal

From 'society' + the adjective-forming suffix '-al'. 'Society' comes from Latin 'socius' meaning 'companion'.

Think 'society + al' = relating to society. It's often used for large-scale issues and structures.

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