mannerism
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/ˈmænərɪzəm/
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/ˈmænərɪzəm/
noun
R
A habit or way of behaving that a person has, often without realizing it.
He has a few mannerisms that are quite endearing.
R
An excessive use of a particular style in art, often to the point of being unnatural.
The artist's work was criticized for its mannerism.
R
A style of art from the 16th century in Italy, characterized by unnatural and distorted representations.
The painting displays the typical mannerism of the period.
translation
A habit or way of behaving that a person has, often without realizing it.; An excessive use of a particular style in art, often to the point of being unnatural.; A style of art from the 16th century in Italy, characterized by unnatural and distorted representations.
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mannerisms