abnormal
/æbˈnɔːrməl/
ADJECTIVE
1. Deviating from what is normal or usual
Not conforming to the usual, expected, or standard condition, pattern, behavior, or form; differing from what is considered normal.
1.1. Unusual conditions or characteristics
Describing something that differs from what is ordinarily expected, commonly observed, or generally considered typical.
Synonyms
- unusual
- atypical
- anomalous
- aberrant
- irregular
- uncommon
- untypical
- nonstandard
- exceptional
Antonyms
- normal
- ordinary
- usual
- typical
- common
- conventional
- regular
- standard
- everyday
Examples
- The doctor assured me that my test results were abnormal and required further investigation.
- The company experienced an abnormal increase in sales during the holiday season.
- The teacher noticed abnormal patterns in the student's academic performance and suggested counseling.
Related Words
- anomaly
- abnormality
- deviation
- irregularity
- exception
- variation
- normality
1.2. Strange or peculiar appearance and behavior
Describing a person, object, or behavior that appears strange, odd, bizarre, or noticeably different from accepted social or customary standards.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- ordinary
- conventional
- customary
- normal
- familiar
- commonplace
- conforming
Examples
- We noticed abnormal behavior in the wildlife population after the earthquake.
- Her sudden mood swings were considered abnormal by her friends and family.
Related Words
1.3. Deviating from accepted social or behavioral standards
Describing conduct or mental behavior that departs from socially accepted norms, expected patterns, or recognized standards of psychological functioning.
Synonyms
- deviant
- aberrant
- anomalous
- atypical
- irregular
- nonconforming
- unorthodox
Antonyms
- conforming
- conventional
- normal
- typical
- acceptable
- customary
Examples
- The community regarded his behavior as abnormal because it departed from accepted social conventions.
Related Words
- deviance
- behavior
- social norms
- conformity
- psychology
- behavioral pattern
NOUN
2. A person or object that is not normal
A person or thing that differs from what is considered normal, usual, or typical.
2.1. An unusual person or thing
Referring to an individual, object, or occurrence that departs noticeably from the ordinary or expected condition.
Synonyms
- anomaly
- oddity
- aberration
- exception
- deviant
- peculiarity
Antonyms
- norm
- standard
- typical example
- ordinary person
Related Words
- abnormality
- irregularity
- deviation
- nonconformist
- rarity
- anomalous