abnormally
adverb
Simple meaning
In a way that deviates from a standard, norm.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
æbˈnɔɹməli
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Definition
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adverb
In an abnormal manner; in a way that deviates from a standard, norm, or average.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Uncommon
- Typical Use
- Primarily written
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How this word commonly comes across.
This meaning: In an abnormal manner; in a way that deviates from a standard, norm, or average.
'Abnormally' describes how something deviates significantly from the norm, often highlighting an unexpected or concerning degree. It's more emphatic than 'unusually' or 'exceptionally' and can carry a slight negative tone.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Not strongly marked
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- No strong connotation
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Where you'll really hear it
Weather report
“Temperatures are abnormally high for this time of year.”
Technical report
“The machine consumed abnormally high power before failing.”
Medical notes
“The patient's heart rate was abnormally fast.”
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More ways to use abnormally
- “They were behaving abnormally.”adverb
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Word family
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An abnormal physical condition resulting from defective genes or developmental deficiencies.
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