The word "affair" is versatile and frequently appears in both professional and personal contexts, often implying significance or emotional intensity.
affair in English
- affair⇄affair, noun.
1. thing to do; matter of business; job; task.
Ex. The President has many affairs to look after. The project was an important but time-consuming affair.
(SYN) activity.
2. a particular action or happening.
Ex. - affair⇄expr. affairs, matters of interest, especially public or business matters.
Ex. men of affairs. The reasonableness of something is rarely a motive in human affairs (Barbara W. Tuchman).
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Affair
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/əˈfeər/
Definitions
- An event or sequence of events of a specified kind or that has previously been referred to.
- A romantic or passionate relationship, typically one that is secret.
Usage Examples
- "The whole affair was a complete disaster."
- "He admitted to having an affair with a colleague."
Etymology
From Old French "affaire," meaning "business, concern," derived from Latin "ad facere" (to do).
Synonyms
- Event
- Relationship
- Incident
Antonyms
- Triviality
- Ignorance
- Disinterest
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | asunto | /aˈsunto/ |
| Hindi | मामला | /maːmlaː/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- American English: /əˈfer/
- British English: /əˈfeər/
Historical Usage
The term has been in use since the 14th century to denote a matter of concern or business, later expanding to include personal and romantic contexts.
Cultural Nuances
"Affair" can have neutral, formal, or scandalous connotations depending on the context in which it is used.