Affectedness and Shyness

Affectedness

Affectedness noun - The quality or state of appearing or trying to appear more important or more valuable than is the case.
Usage example: bowed and sat down at the piano with a degree of affectedness that was laughable

Shyness is an antonym for affectedness.

Shyness

Shyness noun - A feeling of fear of embarrassment.
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Synonyms for Shyness

Affectedness is an antonym for shyness.

Nearby Words: shy, shyly
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