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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One that addresses the friction of intergenerational dynamics while honoring the needs, hopes and contributions of each generation. Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025 Rowley is known for her ready-to-wear, surf and swim, snow and lifestyle products attracting an intergenerational customer. Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 13 June 2025 Hacks —> Younger Hacks explores an intergenerational workplace frenemyship in Vegas/Hollywood. Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 12 June 2025 Also joining this year is Win With Black Women, the intergenerational coalition of Black women leaders that helped propel Kamala Harris to the vice presidency. Melissa Noel, Essence, 11 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for intergenerational

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First Known Use

1902, in the meaning defined above

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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 1 Jul. 2025.

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