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mannerisms

The word “mannerisms” has 3 syllables: man-ner-isms

It's pronounced as /ˈmæn.ɚ.ɪ.zəmz/

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In the thesaurus, “mannerisms” has 62 synonyms and 1 antonym.

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

Synonyms for mannerisms

Antonyms for mannerisms

  • conformities

Meanings of mannerisms

  • noun
    1. A noticeable personal habit, a verbal or other (often, but not necessarily unconscious) habitual behavior peculiar to an individual.
    2. Exaggerated or affected style in art, speech, or other behavior.
    3. In literature, an ostentatious and unnatural style of the second half of the sixteenth century. In the contemporary criticism, described as a negation of the classicist equilibrium, pre-Baroque, and deforming expressiveness.
    4. In fine art, a style that is inspired by previous models, aiming to reproduce subjects in an expressive language.

Example Sentences

  • His mannerisms during speeches made him very memorable.
  • People often pick up the mannerisms of those they spend the most time with.
  • The detective noticed subtle mannerisms that hinted at the suspect’s guilt.
  • She studied the actor’s mannerisms to better understand the character.
  • The child’s nervous mannerisms included biting her nails and fidgeting.

On this page you'll find 63 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to mannerisms, such as: abnormalities, addictions, affectations, airs, attitudes, attributes, bents.

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