interactive

adjective

in·​ter·​ac·​tive ˌin-tər-ˈak-tiv 

1

: mutually or reciprocally active

2

: involving the actions or input of a user

especially : of, relating to, or being a two-way electronic communication system (such as a telephone, cable television, or a computer) that involves a user's orders (as for information or merchandise) or responses (as to a poll)

interactively adverb

interactivity

ˌin-tər-ak-ˈti-və-tē 

noun

Examples of interactive in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Long Beach Opera is doing just that to launch its season-long showcase of the pioneering composer and sound artist — through an intimate, daytime, one-performance-only production of interactive meditation. —Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024

Baz also recommends adding an interactive element to the gathering. —Mya Gelber, Architectural Digest, 13 Dec. 2024

Additionally, technology has been involved in the displays, creating interactive exhibits throughout the home. —Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 12 Dec. 2024

This level two Intermediate dog puzzle and slow feeder all-in-one are great for pets with little-to-no puzzle experience while providing an interactive challenge for smart dogs. —Nora Colomer, Fox News, 12 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

interactive

adjective

in·​ter·​ac·​tive ˌint-ə-ˈrak-tiv 

1

: active between people, groups, or things

2

: involving the actions or input of a user

an interactive museum exhibit

especially : allowing two-way electronic communications (as between a person and a computer)

interactively adverb

interactivity

-ˌrak-ˈtiv-ət-ē 

noun