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Body language
Non-verbal communication using body parts.
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congruence
Communication; Body language
Whether a person's body language is consistent. If a person is sending out mixed signals at one time or over an extended period of time it usually means they are lying.
communication accomodation
Communication; Body language
Mirroring of a person's speech to increase affinity. Includes word choices, accent, tempo, inflections and other aspects of speech.
curtsy
Communication; Body language
An action performed by a woman to show respect. One leg is placed behind the other and the supporting knee is bent. Their skirt is also lifted slightly and the head bows.
compressed lips
Communication; Body language
Pushing the lips together to make them appear very thin. It indicates closing the body and is a sign of stress or discontent.
come-hither eyes
Communication; Body language
Performed by a woman by lowering the head and locking eyes with a man. Shows deep sexual attraction.
dead handshake
Communication; Body language
A handshake that is limp, cold, wet and short. Not pleasant for the other person and sours the meeting.
chin stroking
Communication; Body language
An action that suggests that a person is evaluating something and getting ready to arrive at a conclusion.
