Definition

Not related to language or the use of language.

Example

The study focused on nonlinguistic factors that influence communication.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how we communicate using nonlinguistic cues?

Yeah, like body language and facial expressions, right?

Exactly! Those can say a lot more than words sometimes.

For sure! It’s fascinating how much we understand without speaking.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nonlinguistic → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "linguistic" (from Latin "lingua", meaning tongue or language). The word "nonlinguistic" refers to something that is not related to language or does not involve language.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'linguistic' relating to 'language' — so nonlinguistic means something that is not about language.

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