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INTERACTIVE
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I. (adjective)
Sense 1
Meaning:
Used especially of drugs or muscles that work together so the total effect is greater than the sum of the two (or more)
Synonyms:
interactive; synergistic
Classified under:
Sense 2
Meaning:
Capable of acting on or influencing each other
Synonyms:
interactional; interactive
Classified under:
Similar:
mutual; reciprocal (concerning each of two or more persons or things; especially given or done in return)
Derivation:
interact (act together or towards others or with others)
Context examples:
An extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic.
(Discussion, NCI Thesaurus)
Recent observations have provided a clearer picture of the interactive signaling pathways that emanate from the mature B cell antigen receptor (BCR) complex and the different precursor complexes that are expressed during development.
(BCR Signaling Pathway, NCI Thesaurus/BIOCARTA)
It fosters a multidisciplinary, interactive environment where basic, clinical, translational, and prevention and control scientists work closely together.
(City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center, NCI Thesaurus)
The dust distribution is a telltale sign of how dynamically interactive the inner system containing the ring is.
(Hubble Finds Huge System of Dusty Material Enveloping the Young Star HR 4796A, NASA)
The International Society of Preventive Oncology (ISPO) is the forum of an international membership committed to the study of interactive etiologic factors in cancer development and their impact on prevention, detection, and management of neoplastic diseases.
(International Society of Preventive Oncology, NCI Thesaurus)
