Gregarianism

/ɡrɪˈɡɛːriənɪzəm/ noun

Definition

The quality, condition, or practice of living in groups or preferring social collective life.

Etymology

From gregarian plus -ism (doctrine or system). Created to describe the philosophy or natural tendency toward group living.

Kelly Says

Gregarianism describes not just what animals do, but the underlying principle—which philosophers used to explain why humans build cities, form nations, and feel lonely when alone.

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