TERM 1
Group
DEFINITION 1
A collection of people who share some attribute, identify with
one another, and interact with each other.
TERM 2
Crowd
DEFINITION 2
A temporary gathering of people in a public place; members
might interact but do not identify with each other and will not
remain in contact.
TERM 3
Category
DEFINITION 3
People who share one or more attributes but lack a sense of
common identity or belonging.
TERM 4
Primary Group
DEFINITION 4
The people who most important to our sense of self;
members' relationships are typically characterized by face-
to-face interaction, high levels of cooperation, and intense
feelings of belonging.
TERM 5
Secondary Group
DEFINITION 5
Larger and less intimate than primary groups; members'
relationships are usually organized around a specific goal and
are often temporary.
