Affair Definition

affair
noun
  1. a vaguely specified concern; "several matters to attend to"; "it is none of your affair"; "things are going well"
  2. a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship
  3. a vaguely specified social event; "the party was quite an affair"; "an occasion arranged to honor the president"; "a seemingly endless round of social functions"

"Affair" in song lyrics

See how affair is used in real songs:

  • "It's a sad state of affair"
    The Ambassador — Body Talk
  • "Punks beware, girls stop and stare, the sure shot MC's for the affair"
    Apathy f/ Open Mic — Sureshot Affair
  • "I know what this is, This is a Ruthless affair"
    Apocalipps f/ Iron Mic, Truck — Ruthless Returns

Usage tips for "affair"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "affair" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for affair to find words that pair well.

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