sociolegal

/ˌsoʊkioʊˈliːɡəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or concerned with the interaction between social and legal systems or principles

“The court’s decision was influenced by sociolegal factors, such as cultural norms and community expectations.”

2. noun

a field of study that examines the relationships between social structures and legal systems

“The scholar’s research focused on the sociolegal aspects of crime and punishment.”

Synonyms

  • interdisciplinary
  • legally informed
  • socially oriented

Antonyms

  • illegally oriented
  • socially ignorant