interpersonal
Interpersonal (adj) means relating to relationships or communication between people. Example: “Good interpersonal skills are essential for managers.”
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Relating to relationships or communication between people.
"By slightly modifying Piaget's scheme of the development of the capacity to follow and be aware of rules, I propose to distinguish three stages, or types, of mastery of interpersonal processes: coercion, self-help, and cooperation."
— Thomas S. Szasz, M.D (1974)
"The complexity of having so many organisations involved, and the deep integration required, has undoubtedly tested the interpersonal skills of project leaders who have had little face-to-face contact."
— Paul Stephen, Advances made in digital revolution (2021)
"Good interpersonal skills are essential for managers."
How to use interpersonal
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo do with how people interact and communicate with each other.
Common pairings
interpersonal skills
interpersonal relationships
interpersonal conflict
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Etymology
From inter- ("between") plus personal.
Rhymes for interpersonal
coronal
rational
diagonal
personal
seasonal
national
optional
regional
hormonal
hexagonal
fictional
emotional
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Frequently asked questions
What does “interpersonal” mean?
The word “interpersonal” means relating to relationships or communication between people. In plain terms, to do with how people interact and communicate with each other.
How do you use “interpersonal” in a sentence?
Here is “interpersonal” used in a sentence: “Good interpersonal skills are essential for managers.”
What part of speech is “interpersonal”?
“Interpersonal” is an adjective.
Is “interpersonal” a common word?
“Interpersonal” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
