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normality

noun

Simple meaning

Expectedness as a consequence of being usual or regular or common.

Pronunciation

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nɔɹˈmæləti

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Definition

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noun

  1. Being within certain limits that define the range of normal functioning

  2. uncountable

    The state of being normal or usual; normalcy.

  3. Expectedness as a consequence of being usual or regular or common

  4. countablemathematicsstatistics

    A measure of how well an observed distribution approximates a normal distribution.

  5. chemistryof a solution

    Concentration expressed in gram equivalents of solute per liter

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Formality
Technical
Typical Use
Varies by meaning

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This meaning: Being within certain limits that define the range of normal functioning

Used this way, normality is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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Word Family

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Word family

Words built from the same root.

  • normallyadverbDerived adverb

    Under normal conditions.

  • normalizeverbDerived verb

    Become normal or return to its normal state.

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