adjective

societal

societal

This is a major societal problem.

This is a major societal problem.

We must consider the societal impact of this new law.

We must consider the societal impact of this new law.

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

Synonyms: social, communal, public

From Latin 'societas' (society) plus the adjective-forming suffix '-al'.

Think of 'society' + '-al' = 'of or relating to society'.

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