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/ˌaɪnˈtræktɪv/ · in.ter.ac.tive
adjective
  1. Interacting with or communicating with and reacting to each other; influencing or having an effect on each other; acting or capable of acting on each other or with the other. The interactive teaching methods allowed students to engage with the material more effectively.
  2. Responding to the user. The interactive user interface made it easy to navigate the website.
noun
  1. A feature (as in a museum) that can be interacted with. The interactive exhibit allowed visitors to learn about science through hands-on activities.
Did you know? The term 'interactive' has become increasingly popular in the digital age, particularly in the context of video games, virtual reality, and online learning platforms.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026