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Synonyms & Similar Words
natural
genuine
sincere
unpretentious
uncomplicated
straightforward
honest
frank
open
unassuming
modest
humble
unembellished
unchanged
unaltered
uncomplicated
unvarnished
unaffected
unfeigned
unstudied
artless
ingenuous
naive
simple
unadorned
unornamented
unplastered
uncolored
uncontrived
spontaneous
impromptu
casual
relaxed
calm
serene
peaceful
unruffled
untroubled
undisturbed
unbothered
unperturbed
Meaning of Unaffected
The primary meaning of the word "unaffected" is being free from artificial or pretentious behavior.
Definitions
- Not changed or influenced by something
- * Not pretending to be something one is not
- * Not having a false or artificial appearance or manner
Etymology of Unaffected
The word "unaffected" originated in the 15th century from the prefix "un-" meaning "not" and the word "affected", which is derived from the Latin "affectus", past participle of "afficere", meaning "to influence" or "to affect"
Historically, the word has been used to describe something or someone that has not been altered or influenced by external factors, and has been used in various contexts, including literature, psychology, and everyday conversation
Example Uses
- She had an unaffected charm that made her instantly likable
- * The villagers were unaffected by the news of the upcoming storm
- * His unaffected manner made him a great diplomat
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
artificial
pretentious
affected
insincere
dishonest
fake
false
feigned
forced
contrived
studied
elaborate
ornate
embellished
altered
changed
modified
disturbed
troubled
bothered
perturbed
upset
artificial
mannered
stilted
stiff
formal
pompous
self-important