affectedly

[US]/əˈfɛktɪdli/
[UK]/əˈfɛktɪdli/

Translation

adv.in a way that is intended to impress or deceive; insincerely.

Phrases & Collocations

affectedly innocent

affectedly aloof

affectedly modest

affectedly sophisticated

affectedly theatrical

Example Sentences

he affectedly yawned to hide his boredom.

she affectedly brushed her hair back, trying to appear nonchalant.

he affectedly spoke in a low voice, as if sharing a secret.

the actor affectedly strolled across the stage, drawing gasps from the audience.

she affectedly laughed at his joke, even though she found it rather unfunny.

the politician affectedly patted the child on the head, hoping to appear compassionate.

he affectedly coughed to draw attention to himself.

the artist affectedly posed for the photograph, striking a dramatic stance.

she affectedly sighed, pretending to be overwhelmed by the situation.

he affectedly adjusted his tie, trying to appear confident and in control.

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