When someone smiles at us while we speak, his or her facial expression is a(n)

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An affect display refers to a facial expression that conveys emotions or feelings. When someone smiles while we speak, it is a facial expression that conveys positive emotions and is therefore an affect display. The other options (accentor, illustrator, regulator) refer to different types of nonverbal communication behaviors that do not specifically relate to facial expressions conveying emotions.

When Someone Smiles at Us While We Speak, His or Her