verbal (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈvɜːbəl/

Definition

Expressed in words rather than in writing or actions.

Examples

• The manager gave me verbal approval to start the project.

• She preferred verbal communication over emails.

• He received verbal praise for his hard work.

How to Use verbal

verbal agreement (collocation)

An agreement that is spoken, not written. — "We reached a verbal agreement on the price."

verbal abuse (collocation)

The use of offensive or insulting language. — "She suffered years of verbal abuse."

verbal warning (collocation)

An oral caution given to someone about their behavior. — "The student was given a verbal warning for talking in class."

verbal communication (collocation)

The act of conveying information through spoken words. — "Verbal communication is essential for teamwork."

Synonyms of verbal

Words with a similar meaning to verbal:

• spoken
• oral
• vocal
• word-of-mouth

Antonyms of verbal

Words with the opposite meaning to verbal:

• written
• non-verbal

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