nonverbal
adjective/nɒnˈvɜrbəl/
Frequency rank: #17,761 most common English word
Meaning
relating to communication that does not involve spoken or written words
Example sentence
The teacher noticed that the student's nonverbal cues, such as crossed arms and a frown, showed discomfort.
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