interpersonal

adjective

in·​ter·​per·​son·​al ˌin-tər-ˈpər-s(ə-)nəl 

: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons

interpersonally adverb

Examples of interpersonal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Instead of resisting their feelings of self-doubt, professionals who lean into these emotions may develop stronger interpersonal skills, outperforming their non-imposter peers in collaboration and teamwork. —Tanya Arturi, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025

No matter how well her day starts, school can still be an interpersonal minefield. —Elizabeth Endicott, The Atlantic, 17 Mar. 2025

This opportunity allows children to develop empathy, leadership, and strong interpersonal skills, all while benefiting from a high-quality early childhood education experience. —News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2025

Her research focuses on the topics of prosocial behaviors, emotions, and interpersonal support at work. —Grace M. Simon, Xiaoran Hu, Harvard Business Review, 7 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for interpersonal

• intrapersonal
• impersonal
• nonpersonal
• transpersonal
• personal

Kids Definition

interpersonal

adjective

in·​ter·​per·​son·​al -ˈpərs-nəl 

-ᵊn-əl

: being, relating to, or including relations between persons

interpersonally

-ˈpərs-nə-lē

-ᵊn-ə-

adverb

Medical Definition

interpersonal

adjective

in·​ter·​per·​son·​al -ˈpərs-nəl, -ᵊn-əl 

: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons

interpersonally

-ē 

adverb