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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mannerism

/ˈmænərɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does mannerism mean?

noun

A style or manner of art, literature, or other creative work that is characterized by an emphasis on unusual or unconventional forms, proportions, or other aesthetic elements. A mannerism is also a habitual or characteristic way of doing something.

Example

"The artist's use of exaggerated facial expressions and elongated limbs was a mannerism that became a hallmark of her style."

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