intergenerational

adjective

in·​ter·​gen·​er·​a·​tion·​al ˌin-tər-ˌje-nə-ˈrā-sh(ə-)nəl How to pronounce intergenerational (audio)
variants or less commonly inter-generational
: existing or occurring between generations
intergenerational differences
intergenerational communication

Examples of intergenerational in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The delightful adventure in this intergenerational tale begins when the main characters, Ramsey and his grandmother, decide to make pulpo guisado (octopus stew). Eliana Bishop, Parents, 2 June 2024 An intergenerational family drama, the series centered on the lives of couple Rebecca (Moore), Jack (Ventimiglia), and their kids Kevin, Kate, and Randall. Shania Russell, EW.com, 22 May 2024 Its comprehensive approach also emphasizes the importance of expanding the workforce in geriatric medicine intergenerational relationships and the integration of older populations into the social fabric of Maryland, recognizing their potential to contribute to the community’s vitality. Raya Elfadel Kheirbek, Baltimore Sun, 5 Apr. 2024 So, the subsidy's effects will pass on to the next family which buys the house − helping build intergenerational wealth, Whaley-Smith said. Madison Lammert, Journal Sentinel, 15 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for intergenerational 

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Word History

First Known Use

1902, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of intergenerational was in 1902

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“Intergenerational.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intergenerational. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.

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