multimodal

adjective

mul·​ti·​mod·​al ˌməl-tē-ˈmō-dᵊl 

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: having or involving several modes, modalities, or maxima

multimodal distributions

multimodal therapy

Examples of multimodal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While generative AI can create new text and images in response to prompts or requests, more advanced multimodal gen-AI models feature advanced step-by-step reasoning and research capabilities. —Jim Deloach, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025

Prioritizing green space and sustainable, multimodal transportation over car traffic, it’s designed to encourage people to actively engage with their surroundings. —Rodney Milton, Denver Post, 11 May 2025

With multimodal models making image, text, and video generation faster and cheaper than ever, the temptation to author a personal digital universe is strong. —Diana Spehar, Forbes.com, 1 May 2025

Continuing to support Trinity Metro in the pursuit of a multimodal transit system. —Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for multimodal

• intermodal
• unimodal
• asphodel
• bimodal
• modal
• nodal

Medical Definition

multimodal

adjective

mul·​ti·​mo·​dal ˌməl-ti-ˈmōd-ᵊl 

: relating to, having, or utilizing more than one mode or modality (as of stimulation or treatment)

multimodal cancer therapy involving surgery, immunotherapy, and radiation