nonlexical
The word “nonlexical” has 4 syllables: non-lex-i-cal
It's pronounced as /ˌnɑnˈlɛk.sɪ.kəl/
What is synonym and antonym for nonlexical?
In the thesaurus, “nonlexical” has 2 synonyms and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for nonlexical along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for nonlexical
- nonlinguistic
- nonverbal
Antonyms for nonlexical
Meanings of nonlexical
- adjective
- Not related to words or vocabulary; not consisting of actual words in a language.
Example Sentences
- The researcher analyzed several nonlexical sounds in spontaneous conversation.
- Babies often produce nonlexical vocalizations before learning actual words.
- The actor used nonlexical expressions to convey emotion during the performance.
- Some communication systems rely heavily on nonlexical cues such as tone and gesture.
- The recording included both lexical and nonlexical elements of speech.
On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nonlexical, such as: communicative, conversational, lexical, linguistic, nonlinguistic, nonverbal, rhetorical.
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