Pronunciation: /ˈkʌlʧər læɡ/
noun a term used in sociology to describe the time it takes for society to catch up to changes in technology, values, and norms
A1 Culture lag occurs when technology advances faster than society's ability to adapt.
A2 In some countries, culture lag is evident in the slow acceptance of new social norms.
B1 The concept of culture lag is often used to explain conflicts between generations.
B2 Globalization has exacerbated culture lag by introducing rapid changes in communication and values.
C1 Researchers study culture lag to understand how societies evolve and respond to technological progress.
C2 Culture lag can lead to social unrest and tension as different groups struggle to keep pace with change.
formal The concept of culture lag refers to the delay in societal advancements catching up to changes in technology.
informal Sometimes there's a culture lag between new gadgets coming out and people actually knowing how to use them.
slang There's always a culture lag when it comes to older generations understanding new trends.
figurative Just like a clock that runs slow, culture lag can make society feel out of sync with the times.
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