Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Mannerisms.
Mannerisms - as a noun
A behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
foibleidiosyncrasyAn art style in late 16th century europe characterized by spatial incongruity and excessive elongation of the human figures.
Example: "Mannerism favors compositional tension and instability rather than the balance and clarity of earlier renaissance painting."
A deliberate pretense or exaggerated display
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
affectationaffectednessposeHypernyms (Closely Related)
feigningpretencepretendingpretensesimulationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Her nervous mannerisms betrayed her anxiety."
"He had picked up some of his father's mannerisms."
"The comedian's mannerisms added to his hilarious act."
"She imitated her favorite actor's mannerisms in the school play."
"His exaggerated mannerisms made him stand out in the crowd."
Word Game Points
Is MANNERISMS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mannerisms is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MANNERISMS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is MANNERISMS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mannerisms is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMANNERISMS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is MANNERISMS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mannerisms is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMANNERISMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.