Which behavior demonstrates negative kinesics?

• A. Eye contact
• B. Frowning
• C. Touching
• D. Smiling

Answer: (B)

Kinesics is the study of body language used in communication, including facial expressions that reveal emotions. Negative kinesics are nonverbal cues that show unpleasant or disapproving feelings. Frowning communicates displeasure, sadness, or frustration through the facial muscles, signaling a negative reaction without words. This is why it’s the best example of negative kinesics. In contrast, eye contact generally indicates attention, smiling signals friendliness, and touching can be comforting or neutral—none of these are inherently negative in the same way a frown is.