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affectation

Affectation (noun) means an attempt to assume or exhibit what is not natural or real; false display; artificial show.

noun
1
An attempt to assume or exhibit what is not natural or real; false display; artificial show.
2
An unusual mannerism.
3
An ostentatious fondness for something.
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What is the meaning of affectation?

"affectation" (noun) means an attempt to assume or exhibit what is not natural or real; false display; artificial show.

What are the different meanings of affectation?

"affectation" has 3 main meanings: 1. An attempt to assume or exhibit what is not natural or real; false display; artificial show; 2. An unusual mannerism; 3. An ostentatious fondness for something.

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