affectedly
/əˈfɛktɪdli/
adverb
- In a way that is artificial, exaggerated, or not natural, often to impress others.
- He laughed affectedly at the joke, even though he didn't find it funny.
- She spoke affectedly, using big words to sound more intelligent.
- The actor bowed affectedly to the audience, as if expecting applause.
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