|
|
1. (n.) affectation
the pretense of having a knowledge, standing, etc., not possessed.
2. affectation
conspicuous artificiality of manner or appearance; pretension.
3. affectation
an artificial trait, expression, or the like.
Etymology: (1540–50; < L)
|
| Definition of 'affectation' |
Princeton's WordNet |
|
1. (noun) affectation, mannerism, pose, affectedness
a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display
|
| Definition of 'affectation' |
Webster Dictionary |
|
1. (noun) affectation
an attempt to assume or exhibit what is not natural or real; false display; artificial show
2. (noun) affectation
a striving after
3. (noun) affectation
fondness; affection
|
|
|
|
|
| Alternative search options for 'affectation' |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Definitions of affectation 
