Sociology Terminology

4. - The process of adapting to external beliefs, attitudes, or societal norms.
7. - The act of changing something in order to improve it.
9. - A large group of individuals that work together to bring social or political change throughout society.
10. - An unofficial reaction that occurs from individuals, which allows for encouragement or discouragement regarding various behaviors.
12. - A rule or regulation that is usual, typical, or standard.
13. - The ability to obtain excessive interest or admiration in oneself.
15. - A term used to describe the completion of an individuals hopes and ambitions.

1. - A term used to describe an official punishment or approval provided by authority for specific action.
2. - The use of tools, machines, or knowledge to solve problems.
3. - A set of beliefs or ideas used to guide how a person or group think and act.
5. - A punishment or penalty provided to an individuals for breaking a social norm.
6. - The transportation of ideas, products, or behaviors from one individual to another.
8. - The way society encourages people to follow rules and behave in acceptable ways.
11. - The delay that occurs when society take time to adjust to new changes.
14. - Penalties or restrictions imposed by an individual or country against another.