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MANNERISM Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word mannerism. (exact relations)
There are 22 hypernyms of the word mannerism. (close relations)

Best Synonyms for MANNERISM

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affectation
nounn
noun

• a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display

affectedness
nounn
noun

• the quality of being false or artificial (as to impress others)

• a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display

foible
nounn
noun

• a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual

• the weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip

• a minor flaw or shortcoming in character or behavior.

idiosyncrasy
nounn
noun

• a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual

pose
verb, nounv, n
noun

• affected manners intended to impress others

• a posture assumed by models for photographic or artistic purposes

• a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display

verb

• offer for others to consider

• assume a posture as for artistic purposes

• pretend to be someone you are not; sometimes with fraudulent intentions

• behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others

• put into a certain place or abstract location

• be a mystery or bewildering to

Best Hypernyms For MANNERISM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for mannerism, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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Alternatives for AFFECTATION

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