interpersonal

adjective

in·​ter·​per·​son·​al ˌin-tər-ˈpər-s(ə-)nəl How to pronounce interpersonal (audio)
: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons
interpersonally adverb

Examples of interpersonal in a Sentence

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Optimists also foster stronger interpersonal relationships. 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. 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. Dp Opinion, The Denver Post, 4 Feb. 2025 Carl’s interpersonal relationships do not discredit any of his allegations. Brent Lang, Variety, 29 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for interpersonal 

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interpersonal was in 1842

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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 How to pronounce interpersonal (audio)
-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 How to pronounce interpersonal (audio)
: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons
interpersonally adverb

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