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interpersonal
adjective
in·ter·per·son·al
ˌin-tər-ˈpər-s(ə-)nəl
: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons
interpersonally
adverb
Examples of interpersonal in a Sentence
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As always, Robert and Michelle King's ingenious and triumphantly weird series blends relatable interpersonal drama with clever philosophical quandaries and equal-opportunity satire.
—Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 24 May 2024
Health care organizations can promote individual, interpersonal, and institutional well-being by building trauma- and resilience-informed operations and culture.
—Sadie Elisseou, STAT, 23 May 2024
In true mercurial fashion, Gemini Rising individuals thrive in professional environments that require strong interpersonal skills, such as marketing, customer service or public relations.
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The ripple effects of gratitude begin within and then cascade into our interpersonal relationships.
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Word History
First Known Use
1842, in the meaning defined above
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“Interpersonal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/interpersonal. Accessed 7 Jun. 2024.
Kids Definition
interpersonal
adjective
in·ter·per·son·al
-ˈpərs-nəl
-ᵊn-əl
: being, relating to, or including relations between persons
interpersonally
adverb
-ˈpərs-nə-lē
-ᵊn-ə-
Medical Definition
interpersonal
adjective
in·ter·per·son·al
-ˈpərs-nəl, -ᵊn-əl
: being, relating to, or involving relations between persons
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