Interact
/ˌɪn.təˈrækt/
Meaning & Definition
verb
To act in such a way as to have an effect on another; to communicate or work together.
Children learn best when they interact with their peers.
To engage in verbal or physical communication with someone.
During the conference, attendees had the opportunity to interact with industry experts.
To influence each other, often used in scientific or technical contexts.
In the experiment, the chemicals will interact and produce a visible reaction.
Etymology
From inter- + act.
Common Phrases and Expressions
interact with
to engage or communicate with someone or something.
social interaction
the process by which people act and react in relation to others.
interact dynamically
to engage in a way that is lively and changeable.
Related Words
interaction
the action or influence between people or things.
interrelation
the way in which two or more things are related to or influence each other.
Slang Meanings
hit someone up
Let's hit each other up and see what we can do.
chime in
Feel free to chime in if you have something to add.