Definition

Referring to something that is not related to hearing or sound.

Example

The study focused on nonauditory effects of music on mood.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how many nonauditory signals we use in communication?

Yeah, like body language and facial expressions, right?

Exactly! Sometimes I feel those signals are even more powerful than words.

I totally agree — they can really change the meaning of what we're saying.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonauditory is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "auditory" (from Latin "auditus", meaning hearing). The word describes something that is not related to or does not involve hearing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'auditory' relating to hearing — so nonaudiory means something that is not about hearing.

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