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Definition of interpersonal

interpersonal

/ˌɪn.tɚˈpɝː.sən.əl/
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Adverb:interpersonally
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• adjective

1

Relating to, involving, or occurring within relationships or communication between people.

Example

"Strong interpersonal skills are essential for resolving conflicts effectively in the workplace."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'interpersonal' (occurring between two or more people) with 'intrapersonal' (occurring within an individual's own mind or self).

• Rhymes for interpersonal

• Nearby Words

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interoffice
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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century from the Latin prefix 'inter-' (meaning 'between' or 'among') combined with 'personal', and later popularized in the 20th century by psychiatrist Harry Stack Sullivan's interpersonal theory of psychiatry.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Interpersonal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/interpersonal
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