gesture

noun B2

Meaning

A gesture is a movement of the body or limbs that expresses an idea, feeling, or intention, often used to communicate non-verbally.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "gesture" with "gesticulate," which specifically refers to using gestures while speaking.

Example Sentences

His kind gesture helped the new student feel welcome .
That kind gesture really made my day better .
The manager's gesture showed appreciation for the team's hard work .

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