This is the 2056th most frequent Spanish word.
afectación
Pretentiousness or artificial behavior; also, the act of affecting or impacting something.
In this sentence, 'afectación' refers to the impact or effect that human activities have on the environment.
La afectación del medio ambiente por actividades humanas es preocupante.
The impact of the environment by human activities is concerning.
In this context, 'afectación' is used to describe an impact or negative effect on the water system.
La afectación del sistema de agua potable ha causado inconvenientes en la ciudad.
The impact on the potable water system has caused inconveniences in the city.
Here, 'afectación' indicates a behavior that appears designed or unnatural, often to impress others.