intrapersonal

[in-truh-pur-suh-nl]

adjective

1. existing or occurring within the self or within one's mind: Intrapersonal conflict can lead to emotional stress.

   People with high intrapersonal intelligence are aware of their strengths and weaknesses.

   Intrapersonal conflict can lead to emotional stress.

Word History and Origins

Origin of intrapersonal¹

First recorded in 1905–10; intra- ( def. ) + personal ( def. )

Example Sentences

In contrast to this simplistic method for measuring the mind, Gardner identifies seven distinct types of intelligence: Linguistic intelligence, which is utility of language; logical-mathematical intelligences; spatial intelligence, which is used to shape the physical world; musical intelligence; bodily-kinesthetic intelligence, such as the physical skills displayed by surgeons, athletes and dancers; interpersonal intelligence, or the ability to understand others; and intrapersonal intelligence, or the ability to honestly and accurately understand one’s self.

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Dion Terrelonge, a fashion psychologist based in London, spoke about the “interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships” we have with our clothing.

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The top 37 characteristics were then grouped into six domains: intrapersonal, interpersonal, community, organizational, policy, and environment.

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The long-running medical drama is all about love triangles and the intrapersonal relationships between doctors at Grey-Sloan Memorial Hospital.

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Additionally, there are intellectual abilities that cannot be measured by IQ tests "such as athletic, naturalistic, intrapersonal, interpersonal, existential abilities. Some autistic individuals may struggle interpersonally, while they can be very good in science and mathematics."

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Related Words

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When To Use

What does intrapersonal mean?

Intrapersonal means “within a person,” that is, taking place within one person’s self or mind.It’s not to be confused with interpersonal, which refers to something occurring “between people.”Example: Your intrapersonal awareness is very strong, but there’s such a thing as too much self-examination.