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transactional

/trænˈzækʃənəl/
trans · ac · tion · al
Adverb:transactionally
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• adjective

1

Relating to the conducting of business, commercial exchanges, or financial transactions.

Example

"The bank upgraded its software to protect transactional data during online purchases."

2

Characterized by a purely pragmatic focus on mutual exchange or personal gain rather than emotional connection or shared values (especially of interpersonal relationships or leadership).

Example

"Critics argued that his approach to diplomacy was purely transactional and lacked long-term vision."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century from the noun 'transaction' plus the suffix '-al', ultimately tracing back to the Late Latin 'transactio' (an agreement or settlement), from 'transigere' (to drive through or accomplish).

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