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AFFECTATION

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Affectation.

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Affectation - as a noun

A deliberate pretense or exaggerated display

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affectedness21mannerism13pose6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
feigning13pretence12pretending14pretense10simulation12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Her refined accent and aloof manner were just a show of affectation."
"He pretended to be interested in art, but it was all an affectation."
"She adopted a faux British accent as an affectation."
"His excessive use of big words was an affectation to impress others."
"The extravagant hat was more of an affectation than a fashion statement."
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Word Game Points

Is AFFECTATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, affectation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

AFFECTATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is AFFECTATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, affectation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
AFFECTATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is AFFECTATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, affectation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
AFFECTATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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