interpersonal

adjective

in·​ter·​per·​son·​al ˌin-tər-ˈpər-s(ə-)nəl How to pronounce interpersonal (audio)
: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons
interpersonally adverb

Examples of interpersonal in a Sentence

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The authors hope to conduct future studies with a control group that receives interpersonal contact but no prayer. Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 31 May 2026 Leaders can better navigate interpersonal dynamics and cultivate a culture where people feel truly seen and supported. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026 Some routine administrative work is now being automated by AI, but humans are still crucial for more complex tasks that require sound judgement, like handling interpersonal concerns. Benjamin Todd, CNBC, 27 May 2026 However, Pratt targeted Larry, sweeping him into unfounded controversy, adding substantially to other interpersonal and financial stresses, Vein said. Ted Johnson, Deadline, 24 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for interpersonal

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of interpersonal was in 1842

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“Interpersonal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interpersonal. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

interpersonal

adjective
in·​ter·​per·​son·​al -ˈpərs-nəl How to pronounce interpersonal (audio)
-ᵊn-əl
: being, relating to, or including relations between persons
interpersonally
-ˈpərs-nə-lē
-ᵊn-ə-
adverb

Medical Definition

interpersonal

adjective
in·​ter·​per·​son·​al -ˈpərs-nəl, -ᵊn-əl How to pronounce interpersonal (audio)
: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons
interpersonally adverb

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