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gestural


Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or using body language, especially to convey meaning.


Rhymes
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herbal , verbal , perusal , cerulean
Variants
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gestural , gesturally , gestural language , gesture language , gesture languages
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'gestus' meaning 'a carrying, bearing, or performing', and the suffix '-al' denoting 'pertaining to'.


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  1. The word 'gesture' comes from the Latin word 'gestus', which means 'a carrying, bearing, or performing'.

  2. Gestures have been used as a form of communication since ancient times. For example, ancient Greeks used hand gestures to convey meaning in the absence of dialogue.

  3. Body language accounts for up to 55% of communication in a face-to-face interaction.


Related Concepts
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  1. Body language: The use of facial expressions, posture, and movements to convey emotions and meaning.

  2. Sign language: A system of communication using hand gestures, facial expressions, and body movements.


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Gestural communication is a significant aspect of human interaction and expression. In literature, gestures are often used to convey emotions and meaning in the absence of dialogue. In art, gestures are depicted in paintings and sculptures to convey emotion and movement. In music, gestures are used in conducting and performing to convey rhythm and tempo.

How to Memorize "gestural"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person using body language to convey a message or emotion.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'gestural' with the concept of body language.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Goes To Show Understanding' to remember the meaning of 'gestural': Goes To Show (Gestures) Understanding (of emotions and meaning).


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