verbal

7 definitions • 11 examples

spoken rather than written:

a verbal agreement/description/explanation

Airport officials received a stream of verbal abuse from angry passengers whose flights had been delayed.

relating to words:

It can sometimes be difficult to give a verbal description of things like colours and sounds.

able to use words and talk:

In cases where the child is verbal, the best way to gather information is to simply ask questions.

Alex is minimally verbal but expresses himself superbly through music.

spoken rather than written:

Our apartment lease is really just a verbal agreement.

having to do with or using words:

The children were tested for their physical coordination and verbal skills.

spoken rather than written:

verbal agreement/assurance/contract A verbal agreement had been reached with investors.

The management will not tolerate physical or verbal abuse of its staff.

Her manager had given her several verbal warnings but nothing in writing.

someone with good verbal skills uses language well and communicates clearly:

The position requires strong written and verbal communication skills.