a behavioral attribute that is distinctive and peculiar to an individual
a deliberate pretense or exaggerated display
mannerism的用法和样例:
例句
A type of schizophrenia, usually starting at puberty, characterized by foolish mannerisms, senseless laughter, delusions, hallucinations, and regressive behavior. 青春期痴呆一种精神分裂症,通常始发于青春期,其特征为举止痴呆、傻笑、妄想、幻觉以及退化的举止
He's taken on some irritating mannerisms. 他新添了些讨人嫌的怪毛病。
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经典引文
He has abandoned his mannerisms and been content to make a beautiful picture.
出自:Times
She fell again into the mannerism of holding her head to one side.
出自: N. Gordimer
I detest the critical mannerism that professes to find good in everything.