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Definition of nonverbal

nonverbal

/ˌnɑːnˈvɝː.bəl/
(UK: non-verbal)
non · ver · bal
Adverb:nonverbally
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nonverbal Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Not involving or using spoken or written words to communicate.

Example

"She relied on nonverbal cues like eye contact and hand gestures to convey her approval during the presentation."

2

Unable to speak or having very limited spoken language ability, often due to a developmental or neurological condition.

Example

"The speech therapist introduced a picture-based communication board to help the nonverbal child express his daily needs."

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• Rhymes for nonverbal

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nonverbal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nonverbal
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