Affectation
Affectation noun - The quality or state of appearing or trying to appear more important or more valuable than is the case.
Usage example: a woman of great affectation at social gatherings
Self-assertion and affectation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Self-assertion" instead a noun "Affectation".
Self-assertion
Self-assertion noun - The act of putting forth your own opinions in a boastful or inconsiderate manner that implies you feel superior to others.
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Synonyms for Self-assertion
Affectation and self-assertion are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Affectation" instead a noun phrase "Self-assertion".
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Related pairs
- conceit and affectation
- conceit and self-assertion
- pretension and affectation
- pretension and self-assertion
- vanity and affectation
- vanity and self-assertion
- arrogance and affectation
- arrogance and self-assertion
- haughtiness and affectation
- haughtiness and self-assertion
- pomposity and affectation
- pomposity and self-assertion
- pretense and affectation
- pretense and self-assertion
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