Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
social control
Noun
/ˈsoʊ.ʃəl kənˈtroʊl/
Definition
The mechanisms, strategies, and institutions to regulate individual behavior in society.
Examples
- Legal systems are a form of social control, upholding laws to maintain societal order.
- Parents often use social control to guide their children’s behavior in line with cultural values.
Meaning
Social control encompasses the practices and norms that ensure conformity and adherence to societal rules, promoting order and predictability.
Synonyms
- Regulation
- Conduct management
- Behavioral governance
- Social discipline
