Mannerism (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual.

Classification

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Synonyms

• Foible
• Idiosyncrasy

Hypernyms

• Distinctiveness
• Speciality
• Specialness
• Peculiarity

Meaning ²

A deliberate pretense or exaggerated display.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Affectedness
• Affectation
• Pose

Hypernyms

• Simulation
• Pretending
• Feigning
• Pretense

Hyponyms

• Radical Chic
• Attitude