mannerism

Meanings

• noun

  A mannerism is a habitual behavior or way of doing something, often with a distinctive manner or style.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mannerism
charmism , harmonyism , psalmism

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Homophones

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1. maneuver () : to move or maneuver something, especially skillfully
   

2. manor () : a large country house, especially the principal residence of a noble family.
   

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Variants

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mannerism , mannerisms , mannerist , manneristic , mannerists

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Etymology

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From the Italian manierare, meaning 'to handle, to manage'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'mannerism' was first used in the 16th century to describe the artistic style of the Italian Mannerists.

2. The word 'mannerism' is often used in a negative way to describe exaggerated or affected behavior.

3. Some famous mannerisms in literature include Sherlock Holmes's habit of twirling his pipe and Dr. Jekyll's transformation into Mr. Hyde.

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Related Concepts

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1. habit: A mannerism is a type of habit, but not all habits are mannerisms.

2. gesture: A mannerism can be a type of gesture, but not all gestures are mannerisms.

3. idiosyncrasy: A mannerism is a type of idiosyncrasy, but not all idiosyncrasies are mannerisms.

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Culture

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In literature, mannerisms are often used to depict character traits, such as the exaggerated gestures or speech patterns of a particular character. In art, mannerisms can refer to the distinctive style or technique of a particular artist or school.

How to Memorize "mannerism"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person with a distinctive way of doing something, such as twirling a mustache or tapping their foot.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mannerism' with the idea of a unique and distinct behavior.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the rule: Mannerisms Make Memorable Characters.

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