Definition

To act upon or influence each other; to communicate or engage with others.

Example

Children learn best when they interact with their peers during play.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how people interact differently at parties?

Yeah, some are really outgoing, while others just hang back.

It's interesting to see how their personalities come out when they interact with each other.

Definitely! It makes every gathering unique.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interact → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "agere" (meaning to act). The word describes the act of acting between or among people or things, emphasizing mutual action or influence.

Memory Tip

Think of people 'acting' ('agere') 'between' each other ('inter-') — that's why interact means to engage with one another.

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