abnormality
gb/ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/ us/ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
C1
English
~ 8800
rendellenesség, kóros eltérés, eltérés, anomália
NOUN
C1
TECHNICAL
1
Usage pattern:
an abnormality in/of [a body part or test result]
The scan showed a small abnormality in the left lung that needs further investigation.
A felvétel egy kis rendellenességet mutatott ki a bal tüdejében, amely további kivizsgálást igényel.
Genetic tests revealed a chromosomal abnormality that explains the child's symptoms.
A genetikai vizsgálatok olyan kromoszóma-rendellenességet tártak fel, amely megmagyarázza a gyermek tüneteit.
The cardiologist said the heart abnormality was mild and could be managed with medication.
No brain abnormalities were found on the MRI.
The doctor reassured her that the abnormality in her blood test was likely temporary.
Learner examples
The X-ray showed a small abnormality in his chest.
A röntgenfelvétel egy kis rendellenességet mutatott a mellkasában.
Doctors found an abnormality in her blood test.
Az orvosok rendellenességet találtak a vérvizsgálat eredményében.
There is a heart abnormality, but it is not serious.
The MRI did not show any abnormalities in his brain.
They are checking for abnormalities in the baby before birth.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say *"He has an abnormal"* instead of *"He has an abnormality"*. Use **abnormal** before a noun (*"abnormal cell"*), and **abnormality** as a noun (*"an abnormality in his cells"*). Another mistake is using **disease** when tests show a change but no clear illness yet; doctors often say **abnormality** until they know exactly what it is.
Meaning
medical problem that is not normal
Collocations
heart abnormality
|brain abnormality
|chromosomal abnormality
|congenital abnormality
|detect an abnormality
|scan for abnormalities
Synonyms
anomaly (A formal, technical term often used in medical reports; slightly more general and detached in tone.)
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defect (Stresses a fault or flaw, often sounds harsher or more negative than 'abnormality'.)
Antonyms
normality (Refers to the state of being medically normal, without any unusual findings.)
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health (Focuses on overall well-being and absence of disease rather than a specific problem.)
Themes
health
|medicine
|science
|body
Definition
A problem or change in the body that is not normal, usually found by a medical test or exam.
A structural or functional problem in a part of the body, shown by tests or examination, that differs from what is medically considered normal or healthy.
NOUN
C1
2
eltérés
B1
Usage pattern:
an abnormality in [behavior/conditions/patterns]
The researchers noted an abnormality in the voting pattern that year.
A kutatók eltérést észleltek az adott évi szavazási mintázatban.
In that community, staying single into your forties is still seen as an abnormality.
Abban a közösségben még mindig rendellenességnek számít, ha valaki a negyvenes éveiben is egyedülálló marad.
The teacher was concerned about a sudden abnormality in the child's behavior at school.
Any abnormality in the machine's sound should be reported immediately.
The film explores how society labels certain personalities as abnormalities.
Learner examples
They noticed an abnormality in the company’s sales pattern.
Eltérést vettek észre a cég értékesítési mintázatában.
In his town, speaking two languages is not an abnormality.
Az ő városában az, ha valaki két nyelven beszél, nem számít rendellenességnek.
Her sudden anger was an abnormality in her calm behavior.
Any abnormality in the system should be checked.
The study looks at social abnormalities in large cities.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes use **abnormality** for very small, everyday differences, where **difference** or **unusual thing** sounds more natural. **Abnormality** usually suggests a stronger or more serious difference, especially in technical, scientific, or social-analysis contexts.
Meaning
something not usual or typical
Collocations
behavioral abnormality
|social abnormality
|rare abnormality
|slight abnormality
|cultural abnormality
|mental abnormality
Synonyms
irregularity (Emphasizes not following the usual pattern or rule, and can sound slightly more formal or bureaucratic.)
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oddity (Less formal and more subjective; can suggest something strange or amusing rather than clinically different.)
Antonyms
normalcy (Focuses on things being as they usually are in everyday life or society.)
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typicality (Stresses being representative of the common or expected pattern.)
Themes
society
|description
|core_vocabulary
Definition
A thing or situation that is not normal or usual compared with what people expect.
Something, especially a feature, condition, or behavior, that clearly differs from what is usual, typical, or socially expected.
NOUN
C2
TECHNICAL
3
anomália
C1
Usage pattern:
an abnormality in [data/results/system performance]
Our monitoring system flagged an abnormality in the network traffic late last night.
A megfigyelőrendszerünk késő tegnap este anomáliát jelzett a hálózati forgalomban.
The engineer traced the machine failure back to an abnormality in the pressure readings.
A mérnök a gép meghibásodását a nyomásértékekben jelentkező anomáliára vezette vissza.
Analysts could not explain the single abnormality in last quarter's sales figures.
Any abnormality in the temperature data suggests a fault in the cooling system.
The algorithm is designed to detect abnormalities in user behavior that may indicate fraud.
Learner examples
The computer found an abnormality in the data.
A számítógép anomáliát talált az adatokban.
We saw one abnormality in the test results.
Egy anomáliát láttunk a teszteredményekben.
An abnormality in the numbers may mean there is an error.
They check for abnormalities in the system every hour.
The program sends an alert if it finds an abnormality.
Common mistake:
Learners may choose **abnormality** where **error**, **bug**, or **problem** is more natural in everyday tech talk. **Abnormality** is usually used in more formal reports, scientific writing, or system monitoring descriptions.
Meaning
unexpected irregularity in data/results
Collocations
statistical abnormality
|abnormality in the data
|detect an abnormality
|software abnormality
|process abnormality
|abnormality in the readings
Synonyms
anomaly (Very common in technical and scientific writing; slightly more standard than 'abnormality' for data or systems.)
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outlier (A statistical term for an extreme data point; more specific than the general 'abnormality'.)
Antonyms
regularity (Highlights that values follow a stable, repeating pattern without unusual deviations.)
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consistency (Stresses that results or performance stay the same over time with no abnormal changes.)
Themes
science
|technology
|business
Definition
A result or value in data that is not like the others and may show that something is wrong.
An unexpected deviation in data, system performance, or measured results that does not follow the usual or predicted pattern and may indicate an error or problem.
Grammar
Dictionary form
abnormality
IPA
GB/ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
US/ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
Syllables & stress
ab - nor - mal - ity (4 syllables)
Stress on 3rd syllable (mal)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: abnormality
- Plural: abnormalities, abnormality
Word family
Expressions
chromosomal abnormality
1/kɹˈoʊməzˌoʊməl ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
fixed phrase
technical
problem with chromosomes in cells
A problem in a person’s chromosomes, such as having extra or missing parts, that can cause health or development problems.
Examples
- Doctors explained that the miscarriage was likely caused by a chromosomal abnormality.
- Screening tests can show if the fetus has a chromosomal abnormality like Down syndrome.
congenital abnormality
1/kənd͡ʒˈɛnətəl ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
fixed phrase
technical
abnormal condition present at birth
A body problem or difference that a person is born with.
Examples
- The baby was diagnosed with a minor congenital abnormality of the heart.
- Many congenital abnormalities can now be detected before birth through ultrasound.
congenital abnormality
1/kənd͡ʒˈɛnətəl ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
fixed phrase
technical
abnormality present from birth
A difference or problem in the body that is present from birth.
Examples
- The tests showed no serious congenital abnormalities.
- Researchers are studying the causes of congenital abnormalities.
- The surgery corrected a congenital abnormality of the spine.
Learner examples
- The child had a congenital abnormality.
genetic abnormality
1/d͡ʒənˈɛtɪk ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
fixed phrase
technical
abnormal change in genes
A change or problem in a person’s genes that can cause illness or affect how their body works.
Examples
- The condition is caused by a rare genetic abnormality passed down from both parents.
- Researchers are studying the genetic abnormalities linked to certain types of cancer.
heart abnormality
1/hˈɑɹt ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
fixed phrase
technical
abnormal condition of the heart
A problem with how the heart is built or how it works.
Examples
- The child was born with a heart abnormality that required surgery.
- Regular check-ups are important if you have a known heart abnormality.
structural abnormality
1/stɹˈʌkt͡ʃɚəl ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
fixed phrase
technical
problem in physical structure
A problem in the shape or form of a part of the body, or in how its parts are built or arranged.
Examples
- The scan revealed no structural abnormality in the spine.
- A structural abnormality of the eye can lead to vision problems.