interact with — to communicate or have dealings with someone or something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to communicate or have dealings with someone or something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪntərˈækt wɪð/
Example Sentences
- My cat refuses to interact with the new robot vacuum and just stares at it suspiciously.
- Students must learn how to interact with diverse groups in the workplace.
- The shy programmer finally learned to interact with his colleagues instead of just communicating through code comments.
interact with
VERB[/ˌɪntərˈækt wɪð/]
to communicate or have dealings with someone or something
A young girl interacts with an elderly man through his friendly dog
Customers interacted with the robot assistant in the store. (INTER + ACTION = INTERACT)
People interact, connect with others, and build respect together.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin, combining 'inter' (between) and 'agere' (to do or act). The term literally means 'to act between' and evolved to denote mutual or reciprocal action between two or more parties.
Breakdown
inter- (between, among) + act (from Latin agere, to do or perform). The prefix 'inter-' denotes reciprocal or mutual action, while 'act' conveys the notion of doing or performing.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat refuses to interact with the new robot vacuum and just stares at it suspiciously.”
“Students must learn how to interact with diverse groups in the workplace.”
“The shy programmer finally learned to interact with his colleagues instead of just communicating through code comments.”
“Children need opportunities to interact with nature for healthy development.”
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