aberrant
UK: æˈberənt | US: əˈberənt
adj. deviating from the normal or typical
adj. straying from the accepted standard
aberrant = ab<away from> + err<to wander> + ant<adjective suffix>
- ab (Latin prefix meaning "away from")
- err (from Latin errare, meaning "to wander" or "to stray")
- ant (suffix forming adjectives, indicating "performing or causing an action")
Etymology Origin:
The word "aberrant" originates from Latin aberrant- (stem of aberrāns), the present participle of aberrāre ("to wander away"). It combines ab- ("away") and errare ("to wander"), reflecting the idea of deviation from a path or norm. Over time, it evolved to describe anything that diverges from expected behavior or standards, retaining its core logic of "straying away."
The scientist observed aberrant behavior in the lab rats after the experiment.
His aberrant opinions made him unpopular among traditionalists.
The test results showed aberrant values, suggesting an error in the process.
Aberrant weather patterns are becoming more common due to climate change.
The artist’s aberrant style challenged conventional aesthetics.