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    Afectada (en. Affected)

    /afeˈtada/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to someone who simulates or exaggerates their feelings to impress others.
    Her behavior at the party was very affected; she always sought to be the center of attention.
    Su comportamiento en la fiesta fue muy afectado; siempre buscaba ser el centro de atención.
    Caused by intense emotional effects.
    She was affected by the sad news she had received.
    Estaba afectada por las noticias tristes que había recibido.
    Who is influenced or harmed by something.
    The area affected by the hurricane needs urgent help.
    La zona afectada por el huracán necesita ayuda urgente.

    Etymology

    Derives from the verb afectar, which comes from the Latin 'affectare', meaning to influence or move.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    affected by the drama
    A person who shows intense emotions in an exaggerated manner.
    afectada por el drama
    to be emotionally affected
    To feel hurt or moved on an emotional level.
    estar afectada emocionalmente

    Related Words

    affection
    Feeling of affection or attachment towards someone.
    afecto
    affectivity
    Ability to feel and express emotions.
    afectividad
    to affect
    To introduce modifications or changes to something.
    afectuar

    Slang Meanings

    A person who draws attention through exaggerated reactions.
    That girl is very affected; she always makes a drama about everything.
    Esa chica es muy afectada, siempre hace un drama por todo.
    Someone who seems to be insincere in their feelings.
    I don't believe her; she's too affected to be genuine.
    No la creo, es demasiado afectada para ser verdadera.