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affectation

The correct spelling is affectation.

How to pronounce affectation

/ˌæf.ɛkˈteɪ.ʃən/
noun

IPA: /ˌæf.ɛkˈteɪ.ʃən/

Say it like: Aff-ect-ash-on

The correct spelling is affectation. An attempt to assume or exhibit what is not natural or real; false display; artificial show.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.An attempt to assume or exhibit what is not natural or real; false display; artificial show.
  2. 2.An unusual mannerism.

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