interracial

[ in-ter-rey-shuhl ]

adjective

1. of, involving, or for members of different racial groups:

   interracial amity.

interracial

/ ˌɪntəˈreɪʃəl /

adjective

1. conducted, involving, or existing between different races or ethnic groups

Other Words From

• inter·racial·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of interracial¹

First recorded in 1885–90; inter- + racial

Example Sentences

Virginia decision, in which the Supreme Court struck down laws against interracial marriage.

From Los Angeles Times

At a time when interracial marriage was banned, Johnson treated her as his wife: They attended church together and hosted formal galas at their farm for the Marquis de Lafayette and former President James Monroe.

From Los Angeles Times

“I believe the action the system has taken against me is discrimination because of my sexual orientation, my interracial relationship, and my gender,” she wrote.

From Salon

As someone raised in Solange’s strictly Christian and unapologetically racist household, Norman warns Belinda that his stepmother wouldn’t approve of their interracial marriage.

From Los Angeles Times

One attendee flagged Trump's hostility towards interracial couples like Harris' parents.

From Salon

Related Words

• multicultural