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

Recently, a hobbyist created a life-size sci-fi droid replica using 3D printing and AI voice technology, showcasing affordable tools for interactive home robotics and automation. —Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 18 May 2026

Its spa offers hydrotherapy amenities and signature offerings, such as the Caribbean Cleansing Ritual with local bush tea and cacao and an interactive Alchemy Bar for creating bespoke scrubs. —Taryn White, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026

Communicating in an interactive and conversational tone, according to the Harvard Business School, improves organizational performance. —Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 18 May 2026

Meanwhile the third section will have stunt performers and interactive shows. —Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1832, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for interactive

• bioactive
• hyperactive
• nonreactive
• overactive
• psychoactive
• putrefactive
• retroactive
• unattractive
• unreactive
• vasoactive
• active
• tractive

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