(sociology) Use of numerical data to inform social programs.

present participle of social engineer

The study of the larger world and the place of human society within it.

An individual's interpersonal relationships with people within their immediate surroundings or general public. / Those public activities performed in association with others for the purpose of pleasure.

A voluntarily assumed obligation toward the good of society at large as opposed to the self alone.

Severe social disapproval of a person or behaviour.

cultural anthropology

A gregarious person who likes to attend parties and other social gatherings; a people person.

The theory that the laws of evolution by natural selection also apply to social structures.

(derogatory) One who tries to improve his or her social standing, especially by means of obsequious behaviour.