i often find it inappropriate, esp when a waiter does this. i noticed old ladies do it too.
2007-02-25 15:01:06 · 8 answers · asked by wcarolinew 2 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
People who wink have usually thought of something mildly devious and convey this with a wink. It is especially inappropriate if the people are not familiar with each other or are strangers. Men may give women a wink or half-wink to show interest and this is inappropriate when a simple smile will do.
It is usually harmless if the people are friends or know each other well. Usually as a sign to express harmlessness when something was said that may be perceived in a harmful manner. It's a visual conveyed to mean,"I'm only joking" so don't be offended.
It's usually Ok with close contacts and considered rude when displayed among strangers.
2007-02-25 15:53:52 · answer #1 · answered by cap3382 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a rule but no law against blinking eyes one at a time to lubricate them.
It's a necessity if one must keep looking at something without a pause at times.
But a wink? Very un-cool. Trouble is - winks and blinks are same.
I'm guilty of blinking my eyes separately. So sue me.
2007-02-26 01:35:53 · answer #2 · answered by Beejee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
could be several reasons. Could be nervousness, flirting or trying to make others feel comfortable. I hate it when bush winks at the white house press or when he's making the inauguration speeches! He looks so gay and retarded!
2007-02-25 23:15:37 · answer #3 · answered by liberalthinktank 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well old ladies - thats just wrong... or they're bing social in their own wierd way./.. otherwise it's a flirt
2007-02-25 23:03:43 · answer #4 · answered by guitarbuttmunch88 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don know
sickos everywhere
maybe u should leave the hooker outfits at home
2007-02-25 23:04:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe they want you to feel comfortable around them, or they thought they said something funny...and they are kind of letting you in on it...
2007-02-25 23:05:49 · answer #6 · answered by ♥Minnie Mouse♥ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know I thinks rather creepy!!
2007-02-25 23:03:09 · answer #7 · answered by molliehollie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeeaah those old people sure do love to wink. I know what you mean seriously. I dunno it's just to silly i guess.
2007-02-25 23:09:07 · answer #8 · answered by good advice 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋