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General sociology

General terms relating to the study of society.

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General sociology

symbols

Sociology; General sociology

The gestures, objects, and language that form the basis of human communication.

suburb

Sociology; General sociology

According to the Census Bureau, any territory within a metropolitan area that is not included in the central city.

subjective knowledge

Sociology; General sociology

Personal knowledge that is dependent upon and interpreted by our personal experience.

subculture

Sociology; General sociology

A group that while identifying with a substantial portion of the dominant culture holds values, beliefs, and traits and customs that is distinct and separate from the rest of society.

stratification

Sociology; General sociology

A structured ranking of entire groups of people that perpetuates unequal economic rewards and power in a society.

stigma

Sociology; General sociology

A label used to devalue members of deviant social groups.

stereotyping

Sociology; General sociology

A process whereby a trait, usually negative, is generalized to all members of a particular group.

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