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

Mattel is revamping its video game business with the launch of Mattel Game Studios, a division of the toy brand that will develop, publish and operate original interactive experiences inspired by Mattel IP. — Jennifer Maas, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026

The planner can continuously replan based on incoming commands, enabling interactive changes in direction, speed, and movement style without retraining the underlying policy. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Aug. 2026

Reading Maps is home to an interactive database where curious readers can explore—if not recreate—famous journeys from literature. — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2026

Smooth Technology’s core team includes artist-engineers and producers who build their immersive and interactive experiences. — Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 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