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affectation in French

affectation in French is affectation — affectation means behavior intended to seem natural when it is not; a false or artificial display.

affectation in French

affectation

noun

What does "affectation" mean?

noun Behavior intended to seem natural when it is not; a false or artificial display.
noun An odd or unusual habit in the way someone behaves.
noun A showy, exaggerated liking for something.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Similar words in French

mannerism pose

Common French translations

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What is "affectation" in French?

"affectation" in French is affectation. affectation means: Behavior intended to seem natural when it is not; a false or artificial display.

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