Group

Definition

A group in sociology is a collection of individuals who interact with one another and share similar characteristics or a sense of unity. Groups play a pivotal role in shaping an individual's behaviors, beliefs, and social identity.

Related terms

Primary Group: A small, tightly-knit group characterized by long-term, intimate, face-to-face interaction and cooperation.

Secondary Group: Larger and more impersonal groups that are task-focused and time-limited.

In: group - A group to which an individual feels she or he belongs, often marked by a strong sense of identity