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affairs

The word “affairs” has 2 syllables: af-fairs

It's pronounced as /əˈfɛrz/

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In the thesaurus, “affairs” has 263 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for affairs along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for affairs

Antonyms for affairs

Meanings of affairs

  • noun
    1. (often in the plural) Something which is done or is to be done; business of any kind, commercial, professional, or public.
    2. Any proceeding or action which it is wished to refer to or characterize vaguely.
    3. An action or engagement not of sufficient magnitude to be called a battle.
    4. A material object (vaguely designated).
    5. An adulterous relationship. (from affaire de cœur).
    6. A romantic relationship with someone who is not one's regular partner (boyfriend, girlfriend).
    7. A person with whom someone has an adulterous relationship.
    8. A party or social gathering, especially of a formal nature.
    9. The (male or female) genitals.

Example Sentences

  • She keeps her personal affairs private.
  • International affairs often influence economic decisions.
  • The office manager handles daily affairs efficiently.
  • He became involved in legal affairs he did not fully understand.
  • Public affairs require transparency and accountability.

On this page you'll find 264 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to affairs, such as: accidents, achievements, acts, adventures, aftereffects, aftermaths, agenda.

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