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interpersonal
adjective
in·ter·per·son·al
ˌin-tər-ˈpər-s(ə-)nəl
: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons
interpersonally
adverb
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Optimists also foster stronger interpersonal relationships.
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Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
Users interact with a generative AI chatbot that simulates high-pressure work scenarios, such as performance reviews or interpersonal disagreements.
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Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 6 Feb. 2025
Dana taught me the value and the power of interpersonal relationships in helping to recognize the mutual benefits of achieving results that benefit the entire community.
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Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, 4 Feb. 2025
Carl’s interpersonal relationships do not discredit any of his allegations.
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Brent Lang, Variety, 29 Jan. 2025
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Word History
First Known Use
1842, in the meaning defined above
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“Interpersonal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interpersonal. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
Kids Definition
interpersonal
adjective
in·ter·per·son·al
-ˈpərs-nəl
-ᵊn-əl
: being, relating to, or including relations between persons
interpersonally
adverb
-ˈpərs-nə-lē
-ᵊn-ə-
Medical Definition
interpersonal
adjective
in·ter·per·son·al
-ˈpərs-nəl, -ᵊn-əl
: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons
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