abnormalities
/æbˌnɔːrˈmælətiz/
NOUN
1. The state or quality of being abnormal
The condition of deviating from what is normal, usual, expected, or standard; a state characterized by variation or irregularity.
1.1. Deviations from normal conditions
States or characteristics that differ from the usual, expected, or standard condition of something, including physical, biological, or measurable features.
Synonyms
- irregularities
- anomalies
- aberrancies
- deviations
- variations
- aberrations
- anomalous conditions
Antonyms
- normalities
- normality
- regularities
- conformities
- uniformities
Examples
- Abnormalities in the MRI scan indicated potential health concerns.
- Genetic testing can detect certain abnormalities in DNA sequences.
- The biologist studied the environmental factors contributing to developmental abnormalities in fish populations.
Related Words
- abnormality
- anomaly
- irregularity
- deviation
- variation
- atypicalness
- normality
1.2. Medical and biological irregularities
Unusual or unexpected conditions in bodily structures, organs, tissues, cells, or biological processes that differ from normal functioning or development.
Synonyms
- anomalies
- malformations
- deformities
- irregularities
- mutations
- distortions
Antonyms
- normalities
- healthy conditions
- regularities
Examples
- Regular screenings help detect early signs of cardiac abnormalities.
- Genetic testing can reveal abnormalities in DNA sequences.
Related Words
- congenital defects
- developmental disorders
- genetic variations
- mutations
- pathologies
- malformations
- anatomical variations
NOUN
2. Something abnormal or unusual
Things, features, or occurrences that depart from what is considered normal, expected, or typical.
2.1. Unusual occurrences and anomalies
Unexpected events, features, or phenomena that stand out because they differ from ordinary patterns or established standards.
Synonyms
- anomalies
- aberrations
- oddities
- peculiarities
- irregularities
- deviations
- exceptions
- curiosities
Antonyms
- norms
- commonplaces
- standards
- ordinary occurrences
- regularities
Examples
- The quality control team identified several abnormalities in the manufacturing process.
Related Words
- phenomena
- rarities
- singularities
- oddments
- variations
- distortions
- inconsistencies