mannerism
/ˈmænəˌrɪzəm/
noun
- A habitual way of speaking or moving that is typical of a person.
- The comedian imitated the politician's mannerisms perfectly.
- One of his mannerisms is tapping his fingers on the table when he's thinking.
- She has a charming mannerism of tilting her head when she listens.
- An artistic style from the late Renaissance characterized by exaggerated poses and artificial effects.
- Mannerism in painting often features elongated figures and unusual colors.
- The art historian explained how Mannerism developed after the High Renaissance.
- This sculpture shows clear influences of Mannerism in its twisted pose.