abnormally
UK: æbˈnɔːməli | US: æbˈnɔːrməli
adv. in a manner that deviates from what is normal or typical
adv. to an unusual or exceptional degree
The word "abnormally" originates from Latin roots. The prefix "ab-" means "away from," while "norm" derives from the Latin "norma," meaning "rule" or "standard." The suffix "-ally" converts the adjective "abnormal" into an adverb. Historically, "norma" referred to a carpenter's square, symbolizing a standard of measurement. Over time, "abnormal" came to describe deviations from this standard, and "abnormally" emerged to adverbially express such deviations.
The machine was functioning abnormally, so we shut it down for inspection.
Her blood pressure was abnormally high during the check-up.
The plant grew abnormally fast due to the special fertilizer.
He reacted abnormally to the news, showing no emotion at all.
The test results were abnormally low, prompting further investigation.