Definition

The study of how people use space in communication and how different cultures perceive personal space.

Example

In her research on proxemics, she explored how different cultures maintain varying distances during conversations.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of proxemics in communication studies?

Yeah, it’s all about how we use personal space, right?

Exactly! It's fascinating how different cultures perceive distance.

I know! It really changes how we interact with each other.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Proxemics → It is formed from "proximus" (meaning nearest) and the suffix "-ics" (denoting a field of study). The word refers to the study of personal space and how distance affects communication.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nearest' ('proximus') to remember that proxemics is about how close or far people are from each other in communication.

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