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Body language

Non-verbal communication using body parts.

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Body language

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.

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