1. not involving or using words or speech
2. relating to communication through gestures, facial expressions, or body language rather than words

Examples

• The teacher used nonverbal cues to signal when students should be quiet.
• His nonverbal communication showed he was uncomfortable with the situation.
• The therapist studied the patient’s nonverbal behavior during the session.
• She gave a nonverbal response by simply nodding her head.
• Nonverbal learning disabilities can affect a child’s ability to interpret social signals.
• The actor’s nonverbal performance was more powerful than any dialogue.
• Cross-cultural nonverbal communication can sometimes lead to misunderstandings.