socialize
verb
so·cial·ize
ˈsō-shə-ˌlīz 
socialized; socializing
1
: to make social
especially
: to fit or train for a social environment
2
a
: to constitute on a socialistic basis
socialize industry
b
: to adapt to social needs or uses
3
: to organize group participation in
socialize a recitation
: to participate actively in a social group
Examples of socialize in a Sentence
She danced and socialized at the party.
he likes to socialize with his coworkers after work ends
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But exercising, socializing, meditating, traveling, making friends, finding love—these also are pretty good things to do.
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Amari Riley, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
Instead, enjoy socializing with everyone!
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 27 May 2026
But exercising, socializing, meditating, traveling, making friends, finding love—these also are pretty good things to do.
—Literary Hub, 26 May 2026
McKinney believes the tournament’s summer timing, lengthy match schedules, and daytime viewing across multiple time zones could further increase demand for alcohol-free beverages that allow fans to socialize for extended periods without increasing alcohol intake.
—Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for socialize
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“Socialize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/socialize. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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socialize
verb
so·cial·ize
ˈsō-shə-ˌlīz
socialized; socializing
1
: to make social
especially
: to make fit for a social environment
2
: to take part in social activities
socializing with friends after work
Medical Definition
socialize
transitive verb
so·cial·ize
variants
also British
socialized also British socialised; socializing also British socialising
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