-
- To save this word, you'll need to log in.
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
Frequent internet use can impede a child’s ability to create interpersonal relationships.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 12 July 2024
This change was made for interpersonal reasons with mutual respect in our hearts.
—Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 11 July 2024
He’s known for stressing interpersonal joy among his teams and has brought that philosophy up north.
—Sean Gregory / East Rutherford, TIME, 10 July 2024
Similar to the to-do list check-in above, Dr. Zuckerman suggests doing an interpersonal inventory.
—Jessica A. Gold, M.d., SELF, 5 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for interpersonal
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'interpersonal.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Word History
First Known Use
1842, in the meaning defined above
Articles Related to interpersonal
Dictionary Entries Near interpersonal
Cite this Entry
“Interpersonal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interpersonal. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
Kids Definition
interpersonal
adjective
in·ter·per·son·al
-ˈpərs-nəl
-ᵊn-əl
: being, relating to, or including relations between persons
interpersonally
adverb
-ˈpərs-nə-lē
-ᵊn-ə-
Medical Definition
interpersonal
adjective
in·ter·per·son·al
-ˈpərs-nəl, -ᵊn-əl
: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons
More from Merriam-Webster on interpersonal
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share