AFFECTED


Meaning of AFFECTED in English

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

She had an ~ air and a disdainful look.

= mannered

? natural

ADJ: usu ADJ n disapproval

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