affectation
🇬🇧 UK/æfek'teɪʃ(ə)n/🇺🇸 US/.æfek'teiʃәn/
GREB1
Definitions
n.
Unnatural or artificial behavior intended to impress others; a pretentious manner or habit.
矫揉造作;做作;装腔作势
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedExample Sentences
- 1.
Her affectation of sophistication was transparent to everyone.