multigenerational

adjective

mul·​ti·​gen·​er·​a·​tion·​al ˌməl-tē-ˌje-nə-ˈrā-sh(ə-)nəl 

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: consisting of, relating to, or involving more than one generation (as of a family)

multigenerational households

Farm life is unique because of its closeness to the land, the need for family members to work together, the multigenerational involvement, and the sense of family entrepreneurship—positive factors which also can lead to stress.

—New England Farmer

Examples of multigenerational in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That multigenerational approach mirrors the Face Foundrié customer base: a mix of younger women looking for preventative treatments (yes, hydrofacials at 22 are a thing), and older clients interested in maintenance and self-care without breaking the bank. —Kristen Philipkoski, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025

The study, based on responses from more than 3,300 parents and grandparents, found large family groups—including multigenerational travelers—were driving the surge, with over half of parents planning trips with grandparents and children. —Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025

There’s a multigenerational aspect to the moviegoers, too. —Janie Osborne, New York Times, 22 May 2025

Rounding out the multigenerational lineup are hip-hop legend Doug E. Fresh, Grammy-winning visionary Erykah Badu, reggae giant Buju Banton, rising star GloRilla, the legendary Isley Brothers, lyrical icon Nas, and soulful standout Summer Walker. —Shelby Stewart, Essence, 20 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for multigenerational

• intergenerational
• nondenominational
• psychoeducational
• undenominational
• aspirational
• avocational
• calculational
• combinational
• computational
• conformational
• confrontational
• congregational