nonverbal communication

noun

1. psychol those aspects of communication, such as gestures and facial expressions, that do not involve verbal communication but which may include nonverbal aspects of speech itself (accent, tone of voice, speed of speaking, etc)

nonverbal communication

1. Communication without the use of spoken language. Nonverbal communication includes gestures, facial expressions, and body positions (known collectively as “body language”), as well as unspoken understandings and presuppositions, and cultural and environmental conditions that may affect any encounter between people.

Example Sentences

The former teammates showed signs of their familiarity and nonverbal communication during workouts, coaches said.

From Los Angeles Times

They might miss certain nonverbal communication or cues from their professors or peers.

From Los Angeles Times

Autism, as defined by Autism Speaks, “refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication.”

From Los Angeles Times

Even as robots become more and more lifelike, their interactions with humans can often feel awkward, unsettling, or otherwise “off,” partly because they lack the subtle back and forth of nonverbal communication that comes easily to many people.

From Science Magazine

While we're getting accustomed to robots that are adept at verbal communication, thanks in part to advancements in large language models like ChatGPT, their nonverbal communication skills, especially facial expressions, have lagged far behind.

From Science Daily