adjective

aberrant

aberrant, deviating, abnormal

His aberrant behavior concerned his parents.

His aberrant behaviour concerned his parents.

((adjective)) + noun Modifies a noun His aberrant behavior was a concern.

Synonyms: abnormal, deviant, atypical; Antonyms: normal, typical, standard

From Latin 'ab-' (away from) + 'errare' (to wander). Literally 'wandering away' from the correct path.

Imagine 'a bear ant' – an ant the size of a bear would be very aberrant.

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