Definitions

1. noun

A group of people having the same interest, profession, or interests, or a group of people living together in some sort of organized community.

“The medical society raised funds for cancer research.”

2. noun

The community of people living in a particular area or country, or a particular social class.

“The society in this city is very diverse.”

3. verb

To make someone a member of a social class or group, especially a prestigious one.

“The new company was soon going to be society in the business world.”

4. noun

The state of being civilized and having a complex social organization.

“The development of society was a key factor in the rise of human civilization.”