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Definition of socialization

socialization

/ˌsoʊ.ʃəl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
(UK: socialisation)
so · cial · i · za · tion
Adverb:socially
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Plural:socializations
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Adjective:social
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socialization Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The lifelong process of learning and internalizing the norms, values, customs, and ideologies of one's society or social group.

Example

"Early childhood socialization plays a vital role in shaping how individuals cooperate with others later in life."

2

The act or activity of mixing socially and interacting with others in a friendly or recreational manner.

Example

"Working remotely has many benefits, though some employees miss the daily socialization of a shared office."

3

The reorganization or establishment of an industry, service, or economic enterprise along socialist principles or under public ownership.

Example

"Debates over the socialization of healthcare and public utilities dominated the parliamentary session."

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• Rhymes for socialization

• Nearby Words

socialist
socialistic
socialite
socialization
socialize
socializer
socially

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 19th century from the verb 'socialize' and the suffix '-ation', ultimately tracing back to the Latin 'socius', meaning 'companion' or 'ally'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Socialization. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/socialization
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