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intergenerational

adjective

in·​ter·​gen·​er·​a·​tion·​al ˌin-tər-ˌje-nə-ˈrā-sh(ə-)nəl How to pronounce intergenerational (audio)
variants or less commonly inter-generational
: existing or occurring between generations
intergenerational differences
intergenerational communication

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As far as modesty is concerned — a common intergenerational argument-starter — the set doesn’t reveal too much, yet also keeps things modern by way of the midi skirt‘s front slit and the top’s V-neck. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025 Her vision for Cypress centers on public safety, responsible growth, good governance and fostering community by increasing access to intergenerational programs and volunteer opportunities. Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 25 Nov. 2025 The tequilas were created by Master Distiller Viridiana Tinoco specifically for this Master Artisans collection, inspired by Ortiz’s mastery and intergenerational legacy. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 Nov. 2025 Marjara, who was due to be on that flight, channels this tragedy into a narrative about intergenerational trauma and healing. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 21 Nov. 2025 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 11 Dec. 2025.

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