Affectedness and Vainglory

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

Vainglory and affectedness are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Vainglory" instead a noun "Affectedness".

Vainglory

Vainglory noun - An often unjustified feeling of being pleased with oneself or with one's situation or achievements.

Affectedness and vainglory are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Affectedness" instead a noun "Vainglory".

Nearby Word: vainglorious
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Vainglory and Affectedness. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 10, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/affectedness/vainglory
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