Aberrantly: meaning, definitions and examples

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aberrantly

 

[ əˈberəntli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

used to describe an action or behavior

In a way that departs from the normal or expected course; deviating from the usual or natural type.

Synonyms

abnormally, oddly, unusually.

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Word Description / Examples
aberrantly

Used when describing actions or behaviors that deviate significantly from what is normal, often in a negative or disturbing way.

  • His aberrantly aggressive behavior worried his friends and family
abnormally

Applicable in technical, medical, or scientific contexts to describe something that deviates from the norm, potentially indicating a problem or irregularity.

  • The child's abnormally high fever required immediate medical attention
unusually

Appropriate for describing something that is different from what is expected, in either a positive or neutral way, often highlighting rarity or exception.

  • He was unusually optimistic about the project's success
oddly

Used in casual or conversational contexts to describe something strange or unusual in a way that catches attention; often without negative connotation.

  • She was oddly quiet during the meeting, which was unlike her

Examples of usage

  • She behaved aberrantly, causing concern among her friends.
  • The car's engine ran aberrantly, making strange noises.

Translations

Translations of the word "aberrantly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 anormalmente

🇮🇳 विचलित रूप से

🇩🇪 abwegig

🇮🇩 secara menyimpang

🇺🇦 аномально

🇵🇱 nienormalnie

🇯🇵 異常に

🇫🇷 anormalement

🇪🇸 anormalmente

🇹🇷 anormal şekilde

🇰🇷 비정상적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل شاذ

🇨🇿 abnormálně

🇸🇰 abnormálne

🇨🇳 异常地

🇸🇮 nenormalno

🇮🇸 afbrigðilega

🇰🇿 ауытқушылықпен

🇬🇪 ანომალურად

🇦🇿 anormal olaraq

🇲🇽 anormalmente

Etymology

The word 'aberrantly' originates from the Latin word 'aberrantem,' which means 'wandering away.' It first appeared in English in the mid-19th century. Over time, 'aberrantly' has been used to describe actions or behaviors that deviate from the norm or expected behavior.