nonverbal

adjective non·ver·bal \-ˈvər-bəl\

: not involving or using words

: not able to speak

Full Definition of NONVERBAL

: not verbal: as

a : being other than verbal <nonverbal factors>

b : involving minimal use of language <nonverbal tests>

c : ranking low in verbal skill <a nonverbal child>

— non·ver·bal·ly \-bə-lē\ adverb

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1924

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