abnormal
word
/æbˈnɔɹməɫ/
ab-NOR-muhl
/ɐbnˈɔːməl/
ab-NAW-muhl
Definition
Different from what is usual or expected; not normal.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly formal and scientific; often describes medical conditions, behaviors, or results. Sounds negative or concerning. Common combinations: 'abnormal results', 'abnormal behavior', 'abnormal growth'. Avoid using about people in casual conversation.
Spanish: anormalPortuguese (BR): anormalPortuguese (PT): anormalChinese (Simplified): 异常Chinese (Traditional): 異常Hindi: असामान्यArabic: غير طبيعيBengali: অস্বাভাবিক - অপ্রাকৃতRussian: ненормальный - аномальныйJapanese: 異常なVietnamese: bất thường - không bình thườngKorean: 비정상적인Turkish: anormalUrdu: غیر معمولی - غیر فطریIndonesian: abnormal - tidak normal
Example Sentences
It's abnormal for it to snow here in April.
natural
The sudden drop in temperature was definitely abnormal.
natural
Seeing him so quiet all day was a bit abnormal.
natural
The doctor said my test results were abnormal.
basic
An abnormal noise came from the engine.
basic
He showed abnormal behavior in class today.
basic