nonverbally
|non/ver/bal/ly|
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/nɒnˈvɜrbəli/
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/nɒnˈvɜːbəli/
(nonverbal)
without words
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nonverbal' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'verbal' from Latin 'verbalis', which means 'pertaining to words'.
Historical Evolution
'nonverbal' was formed by combining the prefix 'non-' with 'verbal', which was derived from the Latin word 'verbalis'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not using words', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that does not involve words or speech.
She communicated nonverbally through gestures and facial expressions.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 14:21