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MANNERISM Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the word mannerism. (exact relations)
There are 22 hypernyms of the word mannerism. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for MANNERISM

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affectation
nounn
noun

• a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display

affectedness
nounn
noun

• the quality of being false or artificial (as to impress others)

• a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display

foible
nounn
noun

• a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual

• the weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip

• a minor flaw or shortcoming in character or behavior.

idiosyncrasy
nounn
noun

• a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual

pose
verb, nounv, n
noun

• affected manners intended to impress others

• a posture assumed by models for photographic or artistic purposes

• a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display

verb

• offer for others to consider

• assume a posture as for artistic purposes

• pretend to be someone you are not; sometimes with fraudulent intentions

• behave affectedly or unnaturally in order to impress others

• put into a certain place or abstract location

• be a mystery or bewildering to

Best Hypernyms For MANNERISM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for mannerism, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (21)
peculiarity attribute behavior characteristic distinctiveness feature feigning habit idiom idiosyncrasy pretence pretending pretense quality quirk simulation speciality specialness specialty tendency trait
Phrases (1)
artistic style

Alternatives for AFFECTATION

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