Definition of Affectation

an unnatural form of behavior that is meant to impress others

Examples of Affectation in a sentence

Because Miriam is always true to herself, she never feels the need to put on a fake affectation in front of others.  🔊

Jake’s proper manner of speaking was an affectation he put on when he was surrounded by the country club set.  🔊

My mother does not realize buying a pricey new dress to attend a party is an affectation to impress strangers.  🔊

While I never try to impress my peers at school, my twin sister will take on an affectation on a regular basis to attract attention.  🔊

Your habit of bragging excessively is an affectation that makes you unattractive as a person.  🔊

Even though I enjoy making new friends, I am not the type of person who will assume an affectation to influence public opinion of me.  🔊

The poor man’s affectation of wealth did not fool any of the elite at the party.  🔊

Since I wanted my fellow cheerleaders to like me, I had to put on an affectation of indifference when they made fun of my best friend.  🔊

Although John carries himself with a soldierly affectation, he has never served in the armed forces.  🔊

Are you really so kind or is your kindheartedness an affectation designed to get people to like you?  🔊

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