adjective

anomalous

anomalous, abnormal, irregular

The scientist found an anomalous result in the data.

The scientist found an anomalous result in the data.

His behavior was anomalous for someone in his position.

His behaviour was anomalous for someone in his position.

((an anomalous)) ((noun)) deviating from what is standard The scientist found an anomalous result.

Synonyms: abnormal, irregular, unusual; Antonyms: normal, regular, typical

From Greek 'anomalos', from 'an-' (not) + 'homalos' (even, same). Meaning 'not the same' or uneven.

'A-nomalous' sounds like 'ab-normal'. It deviates from the norm.

This page is designed for learning support. Please use it as a learning reference, not as a formal reference.