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| 2 | 46% | 10 | Authenticity pretended in pretence | |
| 3 | 30% | 5 | Display exaggerated feelings | |
Deliberate Pretence Exaggerated Display Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
AFFECTEDNESS which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
AFFECTEDNESS
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "AFFECTEDNESS" which means:
- noun
- • The quality of being false or artificial (as to impress others)
- • A deliberate pretense or exaggerated display
An example sentence would be:
- • "The actress performed with great affectedness, making her character seem overly dramatic."
- • "His affectedness in his speech made it difficult to distinguish his true emotions."
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| The Guardian Quick17 Aug 2018 | Across 17 | |
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