exophasic

/ɛksəˈfeɪzɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or involving the expression of thought through external means, such as gestures or body language, rather than spoken or written language.

“The exophasic behavior of the autistic child was a key factor in developing an effective communication strategy.”

2. noun

a person or thing that expresses thought through external means, such as gestures or body language.

“The therapist worked with the exophasic client to develop a more effective means of communication.”

Synonyms

  • expressive
  • gestural
  • nonverbal

Antonyms

  • linguistic
  • verbal