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noun
1.
a habitual or characteristic manner, mode, or way of doing something; distinctive quality or style, as in behavior or speech: He has an annoying mannerism of tapping his fingers while he talks. They copied his literary mannerisms but always lacked his ebullience.
2.
marked or excessive adherence to an unusual or a particular manner, especially if affected: Natural courtesy is a world apart from snobbish mannerism.
3.
(usually initial capital letter) a style in the fine arts developed principally in Europe during the 16th century, chiefly characterized by a complex perspectival system, elongation of forms, strained gestures or poses of figures, and intense, often strident color.
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Mannerism
is always a great word to know.
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Example Sentences
- But never did she allow such phrasing of steps to become a mannerism.
- It can help in improving mannerism and etiquette if anything.
- Barnett had another mannerism that would become his calling card.
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Word Origin & History
mannerism
"excessive use of distinctive methods in art or literature," 1803, from manner. Meaning "an instance of mannerism, habitual peculiarity" is from 1819. Mannerist in this sense is attested from 1690s. Related: Mannerisms.
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Medical Dictionary
mannerism man·ner·ism (mān'ə-rĭz'əm)
n.
A distinctive behavioral trait; an idiosyncrasy.
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