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VocabJLPT N2

affectation

Nounな-Adjective

Definitions

1. elegance
2. dandyism
3. affectation
4. Date

Doing something purely for appearance or show, without any practical purpose. For example, wearing glasses with plain lenses just for fashion would be described with this word, often seen in the phrase 伊達眼鏡.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

If it's just for show, you don't really need shoes that expensive, do you?

Sentence 2

"This hat is just for style," he said with a laugh.

Sentence 3

Look, the way I dress is just for me, so leave me alone!

Sentence 4

Rain or shine, polishing my shoes is part of my style.

Sentence 5

Why do you care so much about looking good?