Synonyms for

Abnormalities

Verb / ˌæbnɔ:ˈrmælʌti:z / Another word for abnormalities — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Abnormalities means something that is not normal or not typical.

Synonyms & similar words

freakishness normality abnormalcy irregularity abnormality mentaldefectiveness anomalies irregularities deviations oddities peculiarities aberrations eccentricities idiosyncrasies quirks flaws defects faults imperfections blemishes problems issues challenges difficulties complications disorders

Synonyms by register

Formal

anomalies deviations irregularities discrepancies

Informal

quirks oddities freakishness weirdness

Literary

monstrosities prodigies singularities

Antonyms

normalities regularities conventions standards conformities typicalities

Common collocations

  • detect abnormalities
  • identify abnormalities
  • report abnormalities
  • visual abnormalities
  • structural abnormalities
  • genetic abnormalities
  • minor abnormalities

Word family

noun abnormality
verb abnormalize
adjective abnormal
adverb abnormally

Usage note

Abnormalities often refers to deviations from what is considered normal or typical, particularly in a medical or scientific context. It can sometimes carry a negative connotation.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher noticed some abnormalities in the student's behavior.
  2. The scientist studied the abnormalities in the plant's growth.
  3. The artist's work was full of abnormalities that made it unique.
  4. The zookeeper was concerned about the abnormalities in the animal's behavior.
  5. The engineer discovered some abnormalities in the machine's design.

Quotes

  • Normality is a paved road: It's comfortable to walk, but no flowers grow on it. - Vincent van Gogh
  • There is no excellent beauty that hath not some strangeness in the proportion. - Francis Bacon
  • I like the abnormal things in life. - Mickey Mouse

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