affectations

his affectations were often seen as pretentious.

she tried to hide her affectations behind a mask of indifference.

the artist's affectations were part of his unique style.

he was criticized for his excessive affectations in speech and mannerisms.

her affectations made her seem out of touch with ordinary people.

the actor's affectations were so over-the-top that they became comical.

his affectations were a way of compensating for his insecurities.

the writer's use of affectations added depth and complexity to the characters.

she dismissed his affectations as mere superficiality.

the musician's affectations were both charming and irritating.