abnormality
gb/ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/ us/ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
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Sustantivo
technical
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entity
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medical problem that is not normal
A problem or change in the body that is not normal, usually found by a medical test or exam.
Patrón de uso:
an abnormality in/of [a body part or test result]
Error frecuente:
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.
Sinónimos
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'.)
Antónimos
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.)
Colocaciones
heart abnormality
|brain abnormality
|chromosomal abnormality
|congenital abnormality
|detect an abnormality
|scan for abnormalities
Temas
health
|medicine
|science
|body
Ejemplos
- The scan showed a small abnormality in the left lung that needs further investigation.
- Genetic tests revealed a chromosomal abnormality that explains the child's symptoms.
- 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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The X-ray showed a small abnormality in his chest.
- Doctors found an abnormality in her blood test.
- 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.
Sustantivo
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entity
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something not usual or typical
A thing or situation that is not normal or usual compared with what people expect.
Patrón de uso:
an abnormality in [behavior/conditions/patterns]
Error frecuente:
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.
Sinónimos
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.)
Antónimos
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.)
Colocaciones
behavioral abnormality
|social abnormality
|rare abnormality
|slight abnormality
|cultural abnormality
|mental abnormality
Temas
society
|description
|core_vocabulary
Ejemplos
- The researchers noted an abnormality in the voting pattern that year.
- In that community, staying single into your forties is still seen as an abnormality.
- 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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- They noticed an abnormality in the company’s sales pattern.
- In his town, speaking two languages is not an abnormality.
- 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.
Sustantivo
technical
C2
entity
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unexpected irregularity in data/results
A result or value in data that is not like the others and may show that something is wrong.
Patrón de uso:
an abnormality in [data/results/system performance]
Error frecuente:
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.
Sinónimos
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'.)
Antónimos
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.)
Colocaciones
statistical abnormality
|abnormality in the data
|detect an abnormality
|software abnormality
|process abnormality
|abnormality in the readings
Temas
science
|technology
|business
Ejemplos
- Our monitoring system flagged an abnormality in the network traffic late last night.
- The engineer traced the machine failure back to an abnormality in the pressure readings.
- 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.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The computer found an abnormality in the data.
- We saw one abnormality in the test results.
- 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.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
abnormality
AFI
GB/ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
US/ˌæbnɔɹmˈæləti/
Sílabas y acento
ab - nor - mal - ity (4 sílabas)
Stress on 3rd syllable (mal)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: abnormality
- Plural: abnormalities, abnormality
Familia de palabras
Expresiones
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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- The tests showed no serious congenital abnormalities.
- Researchers are studying the causes of congenital abnormalities.
- The surgery corrected a congenital abnormality of the spine.
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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- 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.
Ejemplos
- The scan revealed no structural abnormality in the spine.
- A structural abnormality of the eye can lead to vision problems.