Synonyms for social

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Concerning human affairs
mundane, secular, worldly, human, philanthropic, cultural, eugenical, material, political, racial, humane, benevolent, charitable, altruistic; see also common 5, group, universal 2.
Concerning polite intercourse
diverting, genial, amusing, entertaining, companionable, pleasurable, informative, civil, polite, polished, mannerly, pleasure-seeking, hospitable, pleasant.
Sociable
communicative, convivial, familiar; see friendly 1, pleasant 2.

See social in American Heritage Dictionary 4 Synonyms

social companionable convivial gregarious sociable

These adjectives mean inclined to, marked by, or passed in friendly companionship with others: a friendly social gathering; a companionable pet; a cheery, convivial disposition; a gregarious person who avoids solitude; a sociable conversation.

See social in Webster's New World Roget's A-Z Thesaurus II

adjective

Of, characterized by, or inclined to living together in communities:
gregarious. See connect, group
Of or relating to the structure, organization, or functioning of society:
societal. See group
Liking company:
companionable, convivial, sociable. (Chiefly British) matey. See attitude
Spent, marked by, or enjoyed in the company of others:
companionable, convivial, sociable. See attitude, participate

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