abnormal
Translation
abnormal, unusual, irregular
Examples
His behavior was abnormal.
His behaviour was abnormal.
The doctor found an abnormal growth.
The doctor found an abnormal growth.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is abnormal (sth.) is not typical or usual His behavior was abnormal.
an ((abnormal)) ((noun)) not typical or usual The doctor found an abnormal growth.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unusual, irregular, atypical; Antonyms: normal, typical, regular
Etymology
Prefix 'ab-' meaning 'away from' + 'normal'. So, literally 'away from normal'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'ab' (away) + 'normal'. Something that is away from the standard.