Meaning & use
societal
Relating to society as a whole, rather than to individuals or small groups.
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The report examines the societal effects of rising housing costs.
Changing attitudes toward remote work reflect a broader societal shift.
A note on using this word
Societal is more formal than 'social' and is generally reserved for large-scale trends or issues affecting society broadly.
Words with a similar meaning
socialcultural
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