abnormality

Pronunciation: /ˌæbˌnɔɹˈmæl.ət.i/

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an abnormal physical condition resulting from defective genes or developmental deficiencies
  2. noun retardation sufficient to fall outside the normal range of intelligence
  3. noun marked strangeness as a consequence of being abnormal

Etymology

From abnormal + -ity.

In classic literature

Synonyms

abnormalcy

Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
physical condition
Narrower (hyponyms)
amastia, mental abnormality, hepatomegaly, irritation, atresia, palmature
Opposite (antonyms)
normality

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