C1adjective 1K

Interactive

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌɪntərˈæktɪv/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌɪntərˈæktɪv/"]/

Meaning of Interactive

that allows information to be passed continuously and in both directions between a computer or other device and the person who uses it

In simple words: Something that involves people talking or working together.

Interactive in a sentence

• **interactive displays/video**
• using ICT to create an **interactive** learning **experience**
• an **interactive** online **map** that helps people find bicycle routes through the city
• A series of **interactive exhibits** will teach visitors about the history of the bridge.
• The program is fully interactive.
• The school believes in interactive teaching methods.

How to use Interactive

Use 'interactive' in contexts involving technology, games, or activities that require participation. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where a different term might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

interactive + adjective/noun

Memory hint

Think of 'interact' and imagine a group of people engaged in a game together.

Related words

Collocations with Interactive

• be
• become
• highly
• very
• truly
• be
• become
• highly
• very
• truly

Synonyms for Interactive

• engaging
• participatory
• communicative
• collaborative

Opposites of Interactive

• passive
• inactive

Common mistakes with Interactive

• Using 'interactively' instead of 'interactive' as an adjective.
• Confusing 'interactive' with 'internet', thinking they are interchangeable.
• Using 'interact' incorrectly in context instead of 'interactive'.

Frequently asked questions about Interactive

What does Interactive mean?

Something that involves people talking or working together.

What is the definition of Interactive?

that allows information to be passed continuously and in both directions between a computer or other device and the person who uses it

How do you use Interactive in a sentence?

**interactive displays/video**

Can you give another example of Interactive?

using ICT to create an **interactive** learning **experience**

What are synonyms for Interactive?

Common alternatives include engaging, participatory, communicative, collaborative.

What is the opposite of Interactive?

Opposite meanings include passive, inactive.

What words go with Interactive?

It commonly pairs with be, become, highly, very, truly, be, become, highly, very, truly.

What are common mistakes when using Interactive?

Using 'interactively' instead of 'interactive' as an adjective. Confusing 'interactive' with 'internet', thinking they are interchangeable. Using 'interact' incorrectly in context instead of 'interactive'.

How do you pronounce Interactive?

US: /["/ˌɪntərˈæktɪv/"]/, UK: /["/ˌɪntərˈæktɪv/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Interactive?

Use 'interactive' in contexts involving technology, games, or activities that require participation. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where a different term might be more appropriate.

What CEFR level is Interactive?

"Interactive" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.