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C2 Level Wordlist - Body Language and Emotional Actions

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Body Language and Emotional Actions, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
to guffaw
to guffaw
[Verb]

to laugh loudly and heartily, especially when something is very funny

Ex: Despite their attempts to remain composed, they couldn't help but guffaw at the absurdity of the situation. 
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to pout
to pout
[Verb]

to push out one's lips as an expression of displeasure, anger, or sadness

Ex: The child started to pout when told it was bedtime. 
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to facepalm

to cover one's face with one's hand, particularly the palm, often as an expression of frustration, embarrassment, or disbelief

Ex: In response to the absurd statement, the audience collectively facepalmed, unable to believe what they had just heard. 
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to fidget
to fidget
[Verb]

to make small, restless movements or gestures due to nervousness or impatience

Ex: The child couldn't sit still and kept fidgeting in his chair during the long car ride. 
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to writhe
to writhe
[Verb]

to twist or squirm violently, from struggle, physical pain, or emotional distress

Ex: The wounded soldier writhed on the ground in agony. 
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to wince
to wince
[Verb]

to show a facial expression that signifies shame or pain

Ex: He winced as he touched the hot stove with his bare hand. 
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to canoodle

to engage in affectionate and intimate behavior, such as hugging, kissing, or cuddling

Ex: The couple enjoyed a quiet evening canoodling on the couch. 
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to smooch
to smooch
[Verb]

to kiss lovingly or passionately

Ex: As a sign of love, they smooched on the park bench. 
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to buss
to buss
[Verb]

to kiss briefly and affectionately

Ex: The couple bussed each other sweetly under the mistletoe. 
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to snog
to snog
[Verb]

to kiss passionately and intimately

Ex: The couple couldn't resist snogging under the stars. 
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to squirm
to squirm
[Verb]

to move in an uncomfortable or restless manner with twisting or contorted motions

Ex: The toddler began to squirm in his high chair, indicating that he was no longer interested in eating. 
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to serenade

to sing or play music to someone, typically as a gesture of affection

Ex: He decided to serenade his girlfriend with a love song under her window. 
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to pamper
to pamper
[Verb]

to treat someone with extra care, attention, and comfort, often with the intention of making them feel good or relaxed

Ex: She decided to pamper herself with a relaxing spa day after a long week at work. 
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to dote
to dote
[Verb]

to show excessive love or fondness toward someone or something

Ex: She dotes on her pet cat, showering it with affection. 
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to chuck
to chuck
[Verb]

to leave or end a romantic relationship with someone

Ex: She decided to chuck her boyfriend after realizing they wanted different things in life. 
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to [wring] {one's} hands

to twist and rub one's hands together out of distress or worry

Ex: She wrung her hands in anxiety as she awaited the doctor's verdict. 
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to flutter {one's} eyelashes

to blink quickly in a way that gets someone's attention, often done to show interest or flirt

Ex: She flirtatiously fluttered her eyelashes at him, hoping to catch his attention. 
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to [cross] {one's} legs

to place one leg over the other, either while sitting or standing

Ex: She crossed her legs tightly as she listened to the presentation. 
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