English · Adjectives
abnormal
/æbˈnɔː.məl/
[/æbˈnɔː.məl/]
unusual, irregular
Advancedadjective
Definition
Different from what is normal or expected, often worryingly.
Example
The doctor said the test results were abnormal and ordered more checks.
The doctor said the test results were abnormal and ordered more checks.
Etymology
From Latin 'abnormis' (irregular), from 'ab' (away) plus 'norma'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in medicine and science.