affectation

Meanings

• noun

  A mannerism or way of speaking that is affected or pretentious.

  - "Her affectation of sophistication was evident in her use of long words."
  - "His affectation of indifference concealed his deep emotion."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ˌæf.ɛkˈteɪ.ʃən/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

eccentricity , mannerism

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with affectation
contention , detention , extension

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Variants

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affectation , affectations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'affectare', meaning 'to influence' or 'to act upon'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'affectation' has been used in literature since at least the 16th century.

2. In psychology, affectation refers to the expression of emotion that is not genuine or sincere.

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Related Concepts

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1. Pretentiousness: Affectation is a type of pretentiousness, characterized by an affected or insincere mannerism or way of speaking.

2. Mannerism: Affectation can also refer to a mannerism, a habitual way of doing something with a distinctive style.

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Culture

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In literature, affectation is often used to criticize characters for their pretentiousness or insincerity. In art and music, affectation can refer to the deliberate use of a particular style or technique to evoke a certain emotion or response.

How to Memorize "affectation"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize someone speaking in an affected or pretentious way, using long words or exaggerated gestures.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'affectation' with the idea of insincerity or pretentiousness.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Affectation: Affected Fashionation' to remember the meaning.

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