AFFECTED


Meaning of AFFECTED in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ əfektɪd ]

If you describe someone’s behaviour as affected , you disapprove of the fact that they behave in an unnatural way that is intended to impress other people.

She had an affected air and a disdainful look.

= mannered

≠ natural

ADJ : usu ADJ n [ disapproval ]

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