interactive

interactive — adjective

1. Describing a computer system, program, or website that responds immediately when

1.形容詞B1
釋義

Describing a computer system, program, or website that responds immediately when a user clicks, types, or makes a choice.

例句

The science museum added an interactive display showing how weather systems form.

collocation: interactive display / interactive map

João uses an interactive map on his phone to plan walking routes across the city.

同義詞
  • responsive

    Focuses on speed of reaction; less about user control. 'Responsive' is also used for mobile-friendly web design.

  • hands-on

    Implies physical engagement rather than just digital input. Common in education contexts.

  • two-way

    Emphasises the exchange of information in both directions; used for both tech and human contexts.

反義詞
  • static

    Describes content that does not change based on user actions, such as a printed textbook.

  • passive

    Describes a one-way experience where the user only receives information without responding.

  • non-interactive

    Direct opposite; used in technical documentation.

文法句型

adjective + noun (interactive display / interactive map)

linking verb + adjective (the system is interactive)

用法筆記

Commonly used to describe software, websites, digital exhibits, and educational tools where the user's actions trigger a direct response from the system.

常見錯誤

❌I bought an interactive phone' (when meaning a smartphone).
✅I bought a smartphone with many interactive features.
💡'Interactive' describes specific software or content features, not the device type itself.
❌The billboard was interactive because it lit up at night.
✅The billboard was interactive because people could tap the screen to see different ads.
💡True interactivity requires user input that changes the system's output.

2. Describing a class, meeting, or group activity where participants talk, share id

2.形容詞B2
釋義

Describing a class, meeting, or group activity where participants talk, share ideas, and respond to each other, rather than just listening passively.

例句

The workshop was highly interactive, with small groups discussing real business problems.

collocation: highly interactive / interactive workshop

Sirin prefers interactive classrooms where students ask questions rather than just taking notes.

collocation: interactive classroom

同義詞
  • participatory

    More formal; emphasises that people take part in an activity rather than just watch.

  • collaborative

    Implies people working together toward a shared goal, often over a longer period.

  • two-way

    Highlights that communication flows in both directions between groups or individuals.

反義詞
  • one-way

    Describes communication that flows in a single direction, like a lecture or broadcast.

  • lecture-style

    Specifically describes teaching where the instructor speaks and students only listen.

  • passive

    Describes an experience where the audience does not actively contribute.

文法句型

adverb + adjective + noun (highly interactive workshop)

linking verb + adverb + adjective (the session was very interactive)

用法筆記

Often used to describe teaching methods, workshops, meetings, and performances where the audience or participants actively contribute rather than merely observe.

常見錯誤

❌We had an interactive dinner with my family.
✅We had an interactive cooking workshop where everyone helped prepare the meal.
💡'Interactive' works best with structured activities where participation is clearly expected and organised.
❌She gave an interactive speech by standing on the stage.
✅She gave an interactive speech by asking the audience questions and responding to their answers.
💡Simply being on stage does not make an event interactive; audience participation is the key element.