verbal communication

noun

Oral communication; speech.

Opposite
nonverbal communication
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Meanings

nounverbal communication (uncountable)
  1. uncountableOral communication; speech.
  2. uncountablehuman sciencesThe process of sending and receiving messages with words, including writing and sign language.

Synonyms & antonyms

Opposite
nonverbal communication
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APA

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“verbal communication.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/verbal%20communication. Accessed November 4, 2026.

Chicago

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