aberrations
Meanings
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noun
deviations from what is normal, usual, or expected
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noun
an unusual or strange behavior or occurrence
Rhymes
Words rhyming with aberrationserrancies , perversions , revolutions
Variants
List of all variants of aberrations that leads to same resultaberration , aberrational , aberrations , chromatic aberration , chromatic aberrations , spherical aberration , spherical aberrations
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Latin aberrare, meaning 'to wander from the right path or course'.
Trivia
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The term 'aberration' was first used in astronomy to describe the apparent irregularities in the orbit of Mars observed by ancient astronomers.
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In psychology, the term 'aberrant behavior' is used to describe behavior that is considered deviant or outside the norm for a particular culture or society.
Related Concepts
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anomalies: Similar concept to aberrations, but often used in a more scientific context to refer to deviations from the norm in data or natural phenomena.
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anomalous behavior: Behavior that deviates from what is normal or expected. Synonymous with aberrant behavior.
Quotes
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Recently geneticists have taken a closer look at a genetic "aberration" previously considered rare … . The genes may be perfectly normal, yet there is a shortage or surplus of DNA sequences that may play a role in diseases that defy straightforward genetic patterns …
- Melinda Wenner,{it}Scientific American{/it},June 2009 -
He did hit five homers for Texas in 1987, but that was an "aberration". In no other major league season has he hit more than three, and last season he actually came up with a goose egg.
- E. M. Swift,{it}Sports Illustrated{/it},5 Apr. 1989 -
Gilliard's studies of numerous bird of paradise species brought them from the realm of exotic "aberrations" to the forefront of sociobiology.
- Jared M. Diamond,{it}Nature{/it},24-30 Sept. 1981
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'aberrations' have been used to describe unusual or strange behaviors or occurrences in characters or events. In science, it can refer to deviations from expected results or patterns.
How to Memorize "aberrations"
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visualize
- Imagine a deviation from a normal path or course.
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associate
- Associate the word with the idea of something unusual or unexpected.
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mnemonics
- Use the mnemonic 'A is for Aberrations, A is for Anomalies' to remember the meanings of both words.
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