CEFR B1

abnormality

noun

Meaning

A condition or characteristic that is unusual or deviates from what is normal or expected.

Examples

The scan revealed a slight abnormality in the baby's heart.
Scientists are studying the genetic abnormalities that can lead to disease.

Synonyms: oddity, anomaly, deformity, irregularity

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abnormality (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌæbnɔːrˈmæləti/

Definition

A condition or characteristic that is unusual or deviates from what is normal or expected.

Examples

The scan revealed a slight abnormality in the baby's heart.
Scientists are studying the genetic abnormalities that can lead to disease.
The report highlighted several structural abnormalities in the bridge that needed immediate repair.

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