Definition

Related to the study of personal space and how distance between people affects communication.

Example

In proxemic studies, researchers analyze how different cultures maintain personal space during conversations.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how proxemic behavior affects communication?

Definitely! People stand so differently based on their comfort levels.

Right? I think understanding proxemic cues can really help in social situations.

Absolutely! It might even make conversations flow better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Proxemic → It is formed from "proximus" (Latin for nearest or next) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "proxemic" refers to the study of personal space and how distance affects communication, thus relating to the concept of nearness.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nearest' ('proximus') to remember that 'proxemic' relates to how close we are to others in communication.

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