anomaly
Translation
anomaly, irregularity, abnormality
Examples
The scientist found an anomaly in the data.
The scientist found an anomaly in the data.
This result is a statistical anomaly.
This result is a statistical anomaly.
Grammar Patterns
an anomaly ((in sth.)) a deviation from the norm in (sth.) The scientist found an anomaly in the data.
Similar Words
Synonyms: irregularity, deviation, aberration; Antonyms: norm, regularity
Etymology
From Greek 'an-' (not) + 'homalos' (even). Literally 'not even' or 'uneven'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'abnormal'. The prefix 'an-' often means 'not', so an anomaly is something that is not normal.