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Affectation
see synonyms of affectationNoun
WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.
Affectation
see synonyms of affectationnoun
1.
an assumed manner of speech, dress, or behaviour, esp one that is intended to impress others
2. (often foll by of)
deliberate pretence or false display
affectation of nobility
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Affectation
see synonyms of affectation noun
1.
an affecting or pretending to like, have, etc.; show or pretense
2.
artificial behavior meant to impress others; mannerism for effect
Webster’s New World College Dictionary, 4th Edition. Copyright © 2010 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. All rights reserved.
Affectation
see synonyms of affectationn.
1. A mannerism or habit that is assumed rather than natural, especially to impress others.
2. Behavior characterized by such mannerisms or habits; artificiality: a simpering manner that was mere affectation.
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