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

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The Takeaway: Use cognitive reframing to reduce interpersonal friction, shift conversations from confrontation to collaboration and enhance team psychological safety. 2. Diana Lowe, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025 These roles typically combine hands-on skills, human judgment, and interpersonal expertise –– all areas where AI still falls short. The Hill, 11 July 2025 Bieber doesn't shy away from addressing how his interpersonal battles have played out publicly throughout the album's 21 tracks. Mekishana Pierre, EW.com, 11 July 2025 In the weeks and months preceding the record, Bieber has been hyper-active on Instagram, sharing candid posts that speak to his recent struggles with the paparazzi, his interpersonal relationships, and internal battles stemming from fame. Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 11 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for interpersonal

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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 22 Jul. 2025.

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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