intergenerational

adjective

variants or less commonly inter-generational
: existing or occurring between generations
intergenerational differences
intergenerational communication

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The trailer for the upcoming film, which will be released by Netflix, is our first look at the intergenerational narrative. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 28 Sep. 2026 Indigenous knowledge is at the heart of every decision made by the alliance, grounded in the Māori concept of kaitiakitanga, or guardianship of the natural world as an intergenerational and universal responsibility. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026 This intergenerational dialogue informs the making of each collection. — Wwd Staff, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026 Woman-led, intergenerational, and broad in sound, the acts encapsulate Rodrigo’s progressive stance in pop. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 29 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for intergenerational

Word History

First Known Use

1902, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of intergenerational was in 1902

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“Intergenerational.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intergenerational. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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