Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for AF-FECT-A'TION
AF-FECT-A'TION, n. [L. affectatio.]
- An attempt to assume or exhibit what is not natural or real; false pretense; artificial appearance, or show; as, an affectation of wit, or of virtue.
- Fondness; affection. [Not used.] – Hooker. Hall.
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