Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abnormality
noun
/æbˈnɔːrməlɪti/
Definition
An abnormality refers to a deviation from what is considered normal or typical.
Examples
- The doctor identified an abnormality in the patient’s X-ray.
- Genetic testing revealed an abnormality that required further investigation.
- She was concerned about the abnormality detected during the ultrasound.
Meaning
It indicates an irregularity or something that is out of the ordinary. This term is often used in medical contexts to describe conditions or traits that differ from the expected standards.
Synonyms
- irregularity
- deviation
- anomaly
- exception
