Communication Vocabulary

communication style characterized by trying to reach a mutually agreed-upon solution by creating an atmosphere where others can express themselves to reach a common goal.

• assertive communication

• aggressive communication

• communication style

• active listening

Communication style characterized by the use of manipulation to achieve an end goal.

• aggressive communication

• assertive communication

• communication

• active listening

Type of listening where the listener provides feedback to the speaking according to the information received.

• communication

• channel

• decoding

• active listening

Process of mentally processing a message.

• encoding

• decoding

• feedback

• channel

A way in which a message is conveyed.

• channel

• communication style

• encoding

• decoding

Method or medium in which the message is sent.

• channel

• encoding

• decoding

• feedback

Exchange of thoughts, opinions or information by speech, writing or behavior.

• communication

• channel

• encoding

• feedback

Characterized by presenting an idea with only 2 choices, either for or against the idea.

• channel

• endcoding

• decoding

• either/or - fallacy-

Process of transforming information to be conveyed into a transferable form.

• decoding

• encoding

• feedback

• communication

Response of the receiver to the message.

• decoding

• encoding

• feedback

• communication