multigenerational

adjective

mul·​ti·​gen·​er·​a·​tion·​al ˌməl-tē-ˌje-nə-ˈrā-sh(ə-)nəl 

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: consisting of, relating to, or involving more than one generation (as of a family)

multigenerational households

Farm life is unique because of its closeness to the land, the need for family members to work together, the multigenerational involvement, and the sense of family entrepreneurship—positive factors which also can lead to stress.

—New England Farmer

Examples of multigenerational in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Six vacation home rentals offer another lodging option ideal for multigenerational groups. — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 18 July 2026

Trust Drives Accountability Today’s multigenerational and hybrid workforces expect leaders who can connect by demonstrating self‑awareness and empathy, as these are essential to building trust and reciprocal accountability. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

The property offers a variety of programs and activities for children and families, priding itself on being a multigenerational spot to return to again and again. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

What initially seems to be the story of three super-powered high school students trying to fit in quickly becomes a multigenerational spy thriller. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for multigenerational

• intergenerational
• nondenominational
• psychoeducational
• undenominational
• aspirational
• avocational
• calculational
• combinational
• computational
• conformational
• confrontational
• congregational