Affectation

//ˌæf.ɛkˈteɪ.ʃən//

Word Type

Noun

The word "affectation" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

affectational affectationist

Derived From

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

feigning pretence pretending pretense simulation

Type Of (IsA)

Related Terms

affect affectatious affecter affection affectionate affective

Related Terms

affect affectatious affected affecter affection affectionate affective artificial display exhibit false mannerism

Synonym Network

More for "affectation"

Meaning Synonyms Word Forms Antonyms

Editorial Guides For "affectation"

How to Write Clear Call-to-Action Copy

Create stronger CTA text for landing pages and product flows without hype language.

Next best steps

Definition Synonyms Sentences Read the blog

Data sourced from Wiktionary, WordNet, CMU, and other open linguistic databases. Updated March 2026.