Socially Blind

B2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈsoʊʃəli blaɪnd/

Definitions of socially blind

adjective describing someone who lacks social awareness or understanding

Example Sentences

A1 She is socially blind and struggles to make friends.

A2 He can be socially blind at times, not realizing when he has offended someone.

B1 Being socially blind can lead to misunderstandings in communication.

B2 Some people are socially blind due to lack of social skills or awareness.

C1 Individuals who are socially blind may benefit from social skills training.

C2 It is important to be aware of one's own social blind spots in order to improve relationships.

adverb modifying the verb 'blind' to describe how someone is blind in a social context

Example Sentences

A1 She is socially blind and struggles to understand social cues.

A2 He is socially blind and often unintentionally offends others.

B1 The teenager was socially blind and had difficulty making friends.

B2 Despite being socially blind, she excelled in her academic pursuits.

C1 His socially blind nature made it challenging for him to navigate professional relationships.

C2 Even though he was socially blind, he was able to build a successful career through sheer determination.

Examples of socially blind in a Sentence

formal Some people may be considered socially blind if they struggle to understand social cues and norms.

informal My friend can be a bit socially blind sometimes and unintentionally says things that are inappropriate.

slang I feel like I'm socially blind when I can't pick up on subtle hints from others.

figurative Being socially blind in a new environment can make it difficult to navigate social interactions.

Grammatical Forms of socially blind

past tense

socially blinded

plural

socially blinds

comparative

more socially blind

superlative

most socially blind

present tense

socially blinds

future tense

will be socially blind

perfect tense

has been socially blind

continuous tense

is being socially blind

singular

socially blind

positive degree

socially blind

infinitive

to be socially blind

gerund

socially blinding

participle

socially blinded

Origin and Evolution of socially blind

First Known Use: 1850 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'socially blind' originated from the concept of being unaware or insensitive to social cues and norms.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe individuals who lacked social awareness, the term 'socially blind' has evolved to also encompass those who are ignorant or indifferent to social issues and injustices.