Synonyms for

Normal

Verb / ˈnɔ:rmʌl / Another word for normal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

conforming to a standard; usual, typical, or expected

Synonyms & similar words

pattern abnormal paranormal rule formula convention typical average regular ordinary common usual conventional standard expected typical customary habitual routine familiar everyday natural predictable consistent unremarkable plain

Synonyms by register

Formal

standard typical conventional customary

Informal

regular everyday usual common

Literary

ordinary quotidian prosaic

Antonyms

abnormal unusual irregular deviant atypical strange peculiar

Common collocations

  • normal behavior
  • normal circumstances
  • normal range
  • normal speed
  • normal temperature
  • normal life
  • normal distribution

Word family

noun normality
adjective normal
adverb normally

Usage note

While 'normal' often implies a desirable state, it can sometimes carry a connotation of being uninteresting or mundane. Be mindful of context when using it to describe people or situations.

Example sentences

  1. It's normal to brush your teeth every morning and night.
  2. The temperature outside is normal for this time of year.
  3. It's normal to have disagreements with your friends sometimes.
  4. Eating three meals a day is normal.
  5. It's normal for babies to cry when they're hungry or tired.

Quotes

  • Normality is a paved road: It's comfortable to walk, but no flowers grow on it. - Vincent van Gogh
  • Normal is an illusion. What is normal for the spider is chaos for the fly. - Charles Addams
  • Normal is not something to aspire to, it's something to get away from. - Jodie Foster

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