Meaning of the word affair in English

What does affair mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

affair

US /əˈfer/

UK /əˈfeər/

an event or sequence of events of a specified kind or that has previously been referred to

Example:

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The whole affair was a complete disaster.

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It was a strange affair from beginning to end.

Synonym:

event incident matter business concern

a secret sexual relationship between two people, at least one of whom is married to someone else

Example:

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He was having an affair with his secretary.

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The scandal involved a politician and his secret affair.

Synonym:

liaison romance fling tryst intrigue

Related Word:

love affair current affairs