A person who is willing to sacrifice his/her status in the community and/or the respect of family and friends would be categorized as a ritualist per Merton's adaptations.

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A ritualist, according to Merton's theory of social structure and anomie, is someone who adheres strictly to societal norms and rules but has given up on achieving the societal goals they represent. Sacrificing status or respect for beliefs or actions would not categorize someone as a ritualist; it might align more closely with rebellion or retreatism, depending on other factors.

A Person Who Is Willing to Sacrifice His/her Status in the Community