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

An interpersonal silence containing all the bar-noise surrounding them developed. — Literary Hub, 15 July 2026

For instance, imagine users asking for advice on interpersonal conflicts or looking for feedback on work collaboration with international partners. — Alexandra Figueroa, The Conversation, 14 July 2026

Expect plenty of action, interpersonal tensions and philosophical dilemmas around destiny and morality. — Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Our columnists are ready to unknot your interpersonal complications. — Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 7 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing interpersonal

• interpersonal skills

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