unaffectedly
- adverb
- /ˌʌnəˈfɛktɪdli/
:
de manera natural
- The author wrote unaffectedly about her childhood, sharing memories without embellishment.
Examples
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It was simply and unaffectedly told: parents in crisis, financial difficulties most people can't comprehend, culture shock, family responsibilities.
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She spoke unaffectedly about her experiences, making it clear how genuine her feelings were.
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He smiled unaffectedly, showing that he was truly pleased to see his old friend again.
Synonyms
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1.0
In a way that shows true feelings without pretending
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3.9
In a serious and honest way that shows a strong wish
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6.6
Acting naturally without worrying about what other people think
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7.7
In an open and honest way that shows no hidden plan
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6.4
In a simple, modest way without trying to impress others
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6.5
In a modest way that does not draw attention
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4.1
Shows deep, real feeling and care when speaking or acting
In a sincere and honest way that shows true feeling
In a natural, simple way that does not seem planned
In a quiet way that does not get attention
Antonyms
How Natural
Surface Forms
Morphology
unaffectedly = unaffected (transparent) = un + affect + ed + ly
Built by adding '-ly' to the clear adjective 'unaffected' so the meaning 'in a not-affected manner' is directly derivable.
Etymology
The word unaffectedly is made of un- 'not', affected from affect 'to act' or 'pretend', and -ly 'in a way'. So to act unaffectedly is to be 'not acting'—natural and sincere.