affectation

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Noun affectation has 1 sense

affectation, mannerism, pose, affectedness - a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display
--₁ is a kind of pretense, pretence, pretending, simulation, feigning
--₁ has particulars: attitude; radical chic

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Affectation

Definition

An affectation refers to a behavior or mannerism that is not natural or genuine, but adopted to impress or appear different from one's true self. It can also be an artificial characteristic or style.

Sample Sentences

Her excessive use of big words was just an affectation to seem more intelligent.
The way he spoke with a faux British accent was a clear affectation.
She dressed in a bohemian style, but it was just an affectation to fit in with her artsy friends.
His ostentatious display of wealth was nothing more than an affectation to gain attention.
While some may perceive her love for vintage items as an affectation, she genuinely appreciates their charm.

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