Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
social-studies
noun
/ˈsoʊʃəl ˈstʌdiz/
Definition
A field of study that examines human society and social relationships.
Examples
- Many schools include social studies in their curriculum to help students understand cultural diversity.
- In social studies class, we discussed the impact of global issues on local communities.
Meaning
Social studies involves learning about history, geography, economics, and civics to understand how societies function.
Synonyms
- sociology
- cultural studies
- humanities
