Sociological Studies

noun the purchase and use of goods and services

• The government is implementing policies to reduce energy consumption in households.
• I try to limit my soda consumption to one can a day.
• I can't believe how much fast food consumption has increased in our town.
• Her consumption of knowledge through books is truly impressive.

noun a secret fraternal organization that traces its origins to the local fraternities of stonemasons, which from the end of the 16th century regulated the qualifications of masons and their interaction with authorities and clients

• Freemasonry is a fraternal organization that traces its origins to the local fraternities of stonemasons.
• My grandfather has been involved in freemasonry for years, it's like a secret society to him.
• Some people think freemasonry is just a bunch of guys getting together to wear funny hats and perform rituals.
• In a way, joining the company's inner circle felt like entering the freemasonry of the business world.

noun a political movement or grouping that combines right-wing politics with elements of white nationalism and anti-Semitism

• The alt-right movement is known for its extreme right-wing ideologies.
• Have you heard about the alt-right group that's been causing controversy?
• Those alt-right guys are just a bunch of trolls.
• The alt-right's influence is like a dark cloud hanging over society.