interracial

adjective

in·​ter·​ra·​cial ˌin-tər-ˈrā-shəl 

: of, involving, or designed for members of different races (see race entry 1 sense 1a)

interracially

ˌin-tər-ˈrā-shə-lē 

adverb

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web

Fewer than 3% of marriages were between interracial couples at the time, compared to more than 20% today, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. —The Indianapolis Star, 27 Feb. 2023

In the real world, interracial couples are everywhere. —Time, 20 Jan. 2023

The book is part of a series that focuses on interracial relationships, with different women on its book covers. —Saleen Martin, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2023

But that’s a movie that goes there and actually talks about the obstacles to having an interracial relationship. —The New Yorker, 14 Feb. 2023

Although Nelson shows an interest in deconstructing his characters’ love lives, with a particular interest in exploring interracial relationships, the women rarely come across as more than an afterthought. —Thomas Floyd, Washington Post, 7 Feb. 2023

Because of its nuanced discussion of interracial relationships and race relations during the height of the civil rights movement, the movie became an instant hit, cementing itself as one of the most important movies in American cinema. —Ineye Komonibo, refinery29.com, 2 Feb. 2023

The film is centered around the interracial relationship between Ezra (played by Jonah Hill) and Amira (played by London) and follows the clashes, conflicts and misunderstandings that occur when their families meet. —Alex Cramer, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Jan. 2023

The film about an interracial romantic relationship starred Katharine Hepburn, Spencer Tracy, Sidney Poitier and Katharine Houghton. —Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2022

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Word History

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

interracial

adjective

in·​ter·​ra·​cial ˌint-ər-ˈrā-shəl 

: of, involving, or designed for members of different races