interactive
Meaning
Characterized by a reciprocal exchange of information or influence, "interactive" refers to systems, processes, or environments that facilitate active participation and engagement among users or participants, often enhancing learning, communication, or en
💡 While "interactive" is often used to describe digital platforms, it can also apply to any setting that encourages active involvement, such as workshops or discussions. Care should be taken to avoid conflating "interactive" with merely "engaging," as the former implies a two-way exchange.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
On
the
first
morning
of
the
workshop
,
the
instructor
arranged
a
small
circle
of
chairs
so
participants
could
face
one
another
and
speak
openly
.
She
explained
that
the
lesson
would
be
interactive
,
with
short
tasks
designed
to
provoke
reflection
and
mutual
feedback
rather
than
passive
listening
.
During
each
activity
,
attendees
rotated
roles
,
experimented
with
different
approaches
and
observed
how
subtle
changes
in
tone
influenced
the
group's
response
.
Afterward
they
took
a
few
minutes
to
contemplate
what
they
had
learned
and
to
note
practical
adjustments
they
could
apply
in
real
conversations
.
By
the
end
of
the
day
the
collaborative
format
had
increased
confidence
and
fostered
a
sense
of
shared
responsibility
for
continued
improvement
.
Common Phrases
interactive learning environments
interactive media technologies
interactive decision-making processes
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