Category

Definition

A category in the context of sociology refers to a collection of individuals or groups that share a specific characteristic, but they may not interact with each other. Unlike social groups, members of a category are not necessarily connected through social relationships.

Related terms

Social group: A social group consists of two or more people who interact with one another and share similar characteristics and a sense of unity.

Aggregate: An aggregate is a collection of people who are in the same place at the same time but do not form a cohesive unit or share an identity.

Primary group: A primary group is characterized by close, intimate, and personal interactions over an extended period, forming strong emotional ties among its members