socialize

especially British, so·cial·ise

[soh-shuh-lahyz]

verb (used with object)

socialized, socializing 

1. to make social; make fit for life in companionship with others.

2. to make socialistic; establish or regulate according to the theories of socialism.

3. Education.,  to treat as a group activity.

   to socialize spelling quizzes.

verb (used without object)

socialized, socializing 

1. to associate or mingle sociably with others.

   to socialize with one's fellow workers.

socialize

/ ˈsəʊʃəˌlaɪz /

verb

1. (intr) to behave in a friendly or sociable manner

2. (tr) to prepare for life in society

3. (tr) to alter or create so as to be in accordance with socialist principles, as by nationalization

Other Word Forms

• socializable adjective
• socializer noun
• oversocialize verb (used with object)
• resocialize verb
• unsocializable adjective
• unsocialized adjective
• unsocializing adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of socialize¹

First recorded in 1820–30; social + -ize

Example Sentences

On top of that, craft clubs are a low-cost way to socialize that doesn’t involve drinking, something a lot of young people are looking for in a time when living costs are high, she said.

From Los Angeles Times

“We saw an increase in Alzheimer’s and memory decline during the pandemic, when we were all shut down and nobody was socializing,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Halimi’s time in Cairo, where he socialized with international students from across the globe, changed him.

From Salon

Kids and teens create, explore and socialize in virtual spaces on “Roblox,” but the gaming platform has continued to grapple with child safety concerns over as its user numbers and revenue grow.

From Los Angeles Times

“Leanne,” like her brand, is PG-rated and depicts its small church as a third space where friends and neighbors exercise and socialize.

From Salon

Related Words

• entertain 
• get around 
• mingle