social evolution

American  

noun

Sociology.

1. the gradual development of society and social forms, institutions, etc., usually through a series of peaceful stages.

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social evolution British  

noun

1. sociol the process of social development from an early simple type of social organization to one that is complex and highly specialized

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Example Sentences

"This work shows that understanding social evolution isn't just about adding new traits," Professor Lo said.

From Science Daily • Jan. 31, 2026

Alvarez's Taco Literacy course focused on the social evolution of Mexican food in the US.

From Salon • May 5, 2022

But at this stage in our social evolution it seems unfair to ask that of most any novel.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2022

But on matters of social evolution, they’ve compiled a remarkable record: They’ve never been vindicated by history.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2022

If they had not wrought a revolution, the students had at least forced the pace of social evolution.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson