noun
- plural of nontalker; people who do not talk or speak, or who speak very little
Usage: often used in educational or developmental contexts to describe children with speech delays or selective mutism; can also refer to individuals who choose not to participate in conversation
Examples
- The speech therapist worked with nontalkers in the classroom to help them develop communication skills.
- Some nontalkers prefer to express themselves through writing or gestures.
- The study examined why certain nontalkers became more verbal after intervention.
- Teachers must be patient with nontalkers and create safe environments for them to practice speaking.
- Not all nontalkers have hearing impairments; some simply choose to remain quiet.