social order
"Social order" refers to the organized and predictable arrangement of social structures and norms that maintain stability and cohesion in a society.
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Definition
C1Sociology
(academic)The organized system of norms, values, roles, and institutions that guide behavior and maintain stability in a society.
Example
- The social order in the community was disrupted by the sudden economic downturn.
- Laws and traditions play a crucial role in maintaining social order.
B2General
(common)The arrangement of rules and practices that keep a society stable and orderly.
Example
- Police and legal systems are essential for preserving social order.
- Protests can sometimes challenge the existing social order.
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