noun
- distinctive behavioral habits or ways of speaking that are characteristic of a particular person
Usage: plural form of mannerism
Examples
- The actor’s nervous mannerisms made his character more believable.
- She had several charming mannerisms, like twirling her hair when thinking.
- His speech was full of mannerisms that revealed his regional background.
- The teacher’s mannerisms included tapping the board with her pointer.
- Over time, people develop mannerisms that become part of their personality.
- The comedian exaggerated common mannerisms to get laughs from the audience.