Interaction: meaning, definitions and examples

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interaction

 

[ ˌɪntərˈækʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

communication

The act of communicating or interacting with others.

Synonyms

communication, connection, engagement

Examples of usage

  • Positive interactions between team members can lead to greater productivity.
  • Customer interactions are crucial for building a strong business relationship.
Context #2 | Noun

computing

The way in which users can interact with a computer system.

Synonyms

engagement, interface, user experience

Examples of usage

  • User interactions with the software are designed to be intuitive and user-friendly.
  • The website's interactive features enhance user experience.
Context #3 | Noun

biology

The communication and influence between different organisms.

Synonyms

communication, connection, relationship

Examples of usage

  • The predator-prey interaction is a key aspect of the ecosystem.
  • Mutualistic interactions between species can benefit both parties.

Translations

Translations of the word "interaction" in other languages:

🇵🇹 interação

🇮🇳 परस्पर क्रिया

🇩🇪 Interaktion

🇮🇩 interaksi

🇺🇦 взаємодія

🇵🇱 interakcja

🇯🇵 相互作用

🇫🇷 interaction

🇪🇸 interacción

🇹🇷 etkileşim

🇰🇷 상호작용

🇸🇦 تفاعل

🇨🇿 interakce

🇸🇰 interakcia

🇨🇳 互动

🇸🇮 interakcija

🇮🇸 samspil

🇰🇿 өзара әрекет

🇬🇪 ურთიერთქმედება

🇦🇿 qarşılıqlı əlaqə

🇲🇽 interacción

Etymology

The word 'interaction' originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the Latin word 'interactio' meaning 'reciprocal action or influence'. It has since evolved to encompass various fields such as communication, technology, and biology, highlighting the importance of mutual communication and influence in different contexts.

See also: interacting, interactions, interactive, interactively, interactivity, interactor.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,113, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.