What is another word for vicinages?

59 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ vˈɪsɪnɪd͡ʒɪz], [ vˈɪsɪnɪd‍ʒɪz], [ v_ˈɪ_s_ɪ_n_ɪ_dʒ_ɪ_z]

How to use "Vicinages" in context?

One of the most basic concepts of sociology is that of proximity. Sociologists ask questions about how people interact with each other and what kinds of relationships exist. Proximity is one important dimension of social relationships. Sociologists use the word "vicinage" to describe the physical, social, and emotional proximity of people.

Physical proximity refers to how close people are situated to one another. Social proximity refers to the degree to which people are connected to each other socially. Emotional proximity refers to the degree to which people are connected to each other emotionally.

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