1
as in strained
lacking in natural or spontaneous quality
affected laughter at the boss's jokes an affected southern accent
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2
as in arrogant
self-consciously trying to present an appearance of grandeur or importance
with her pinkie extended, the four-year-old held her tiny teacup in that affected manner that some women have
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as in inclined
having a liking or affection
after years of being well affected toward their grandchildren, they did not want to lose access to them because of a bitter divorce
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as in affectation
the quality or state of appearing or trying to appear more important or more valuable than is the case
bowed and sat down at the piano with a degree of affectedness that was laughable
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as in influenced
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
their son claims that scary movies don't affect him in the least
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as in concerned
to be the business or affair of
fortunately, hurricane season doesn't affect the West Coast
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as in pretended
to present a false appearance of
she affected complete unawareness that we were talking about her, though she must have overheard
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as in haunted
to go to or spend time in often
a power couple known to affect all the fancy parties in town
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Recent Examples of affected
Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Hitting that figure would rely deeply on the $880 billion charged to the Energy and Commerce Committee, which means Medicaid would necessarily be affected.
—Mike Lillis, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025
Additionally, taxpayers in Los Angeles County, California, affected by the devastating wildfires in January have until October 15 to file their tax returns for 2024.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Hitting that figure would rely deeply on the $880 billion charged to the Energy and Commerce Committee, which means Medicaid would necessarily be affected.
—Mike Lillis, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025
Social Security has promised to increase benefits and make retroactive payments to people affected by the windfall elimination provision and the government pension offset.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
But those working within the game are in little doubt that male players are affected, especially in an age when social media adds more noise and pressure than ever before.
—Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Despite having suffered a stroke in 2016 that affected her mobility, Jackson maintains an active schedule with stretching classes twice weekly, water aerobics, and recently line dancing.
—Barbara Bry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Social Security is mailing notices to people who will be affected, and most will see the benefit increases starting this month.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, taxpayers in Los Angeles County, California, affected by the devastating wildfires in January have until October 15 to file their tax returns for 2024.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Hitting that figure would rely deeply on the $880 billion charged to the Energy and Commerce Committee, which means Medicaid would necessarily be affected.
—Mike Lillis, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025
Additionally, taxpayers in Los Angeles County, California, affected by the devastating wildfires in January have until October 15 to file their tax returns for 2024.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Hitting that figure would rely deeply on the $880 billion charged to the Energy and Commerce Committee, which means Medicaid would necessarily be affected.
—Mike Lillis, The Hill, 14 Apr. 2025
Social Security has promised to increase benefits and make retroactive payments to people affected by the windfall elimination provision and the government pension offset.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
But those working within the game are in little doubt that male players are affected, especially in an age when social media adds more noise and pressure than ever before.
—Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2025
Despite having suffered a stroke in 2016 that affected her mobility, Jackson maintains an active schedule with stretching classes twice weekly, water aerobics, and recently line dancing.
—Barbara Bry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Social Security is mailing notices to people who will be affected, and most will see the benefit increases starting this month.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affected
Adjective
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The earliest use cases have shown up where human labor is most strained and speed is a competitive edge, support desks, sales pipelines, email inboxes and even the marketing office where agentic marketplaces like Enso offer an entire team’s worth of agentic replacements.—
Alexander Puutio,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Tehran's densely populated urban centers and strained infrastructure make the city especially vulnerable to continued attacks, heightening fear and instability.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 June 2025
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The protests proved conclusively that Americans will not tolerate the deployment of the U.S. military in American cities, the constant line-stepping over constitutional boundaries, the arrests of political dissenters, or the arrogant defense of police-state tactics.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 June 2025
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In Aesop’s fable, the turtle (traditionally called a tortoise, which is a type of turtle) is a winner, a perpetual underdog who defeats the arrogant hare.—
A.O. Scott,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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If possible, do this on an inclined surface such as a driveway so the water will drain away from the rug.—
Karen Grossman,
Southern Living,
24 June 2025
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In fact, studies show consumers are more inclined to buy something and are willing to pay over 10% more for it in a store that uses scent marketing.—
Tamara Bebb,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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From our review: Tessa Van den Broeck, a newcomer, plays Julie with zero affectation.—
The New York Times,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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No fussy affectations, just a deliberate tamping down of his more charismatic qualities.—
A.A. Dowd,
Rolling Stone,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In fact, some mock boards don’t have Luis being drafted at all.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
17 June 2025
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Connelly, like many media members, has taken part in the annual mock selection sessions run by the CFP to provide a window into its process.—
Ralph D. Russo,
New York Times,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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By agreeing on the eventual package of £116m, Hughes and Rolfes were able to shake hands and both feel proud of the outcome.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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Congratulations to the Ninth Circuit, America is proud of you tonight!—
Martha McHardy
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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Sequestered behind walls and gates on a little more than a quarter of an acre, the dwelling is fronted by a driveway that leads to an attached garage tucked off to the side.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
24 June 2025
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Opposing defenses would be forced to stay more attached to Ivey, which should allow Cunningham more room to create for himself and others.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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Because the bear started seeking out an unnatural food source, it was euthanized for safety reasons, officials said.—
Helena Wegner,
Idaho Statesman,
27 June 2025
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For too long, sunscreen hasn’t worked for melanin-rich skin—leaving behind white casts, greasy residue, or an unnatural gray tint.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 June 2025
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“Affected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affected. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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