Meaning of affectation in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌæfɛkˈteɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    affectation

    Etymology

    mid 16th century: from Latin affectatio(n-), from the verb affectare (see affect)

    Definitions

    1. a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display

    Derived terms

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