General sociology

General sociology

General terms relating to the study of society.

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bilateral descent

Sociology; General sociology

A kinship system in which both sides of a person's family are regarded as equally important.

bilingualism

Sociology; General sociology

The use of two or more languages in particular settings, such as workplaces or educational facilities, treating each language as equally legitimate.

capitalism

Sociology; General sociology

An economic system in which the means of production are largely in private hands and the main incentive for economic activity is the accumulation of profits.

bureaucratization

Sociology; General sociology

The process by which a group, organization, or social movement becomes increasingly bureaucratic.

bureaucracy

Sociology; General sociology

A component of formal organization in which rules and hierarchical ranking are used to achieve efficiency.

bourgeoisie

Sociology; General sociology

Karl Marx's term for the capitalist class, comprising the owners of the means of production.

black power

Sociology; General sociology

A political philosophy promoted by many younger Blacks in the 1960s that supported the creation of Black-controlled political and economic institutions.