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Synonyms of abnormal

9 similar words

Another word for abnormal is unusual. Other synonyms of abnormal are anomalous, aberrant, preternatural, irregular and strange.

Synonyms and similar words for abnormal

adjectiveNot conforming to rule or system; deviating from the usual or normal type.

aberrantDiffering from the norm.
anomalousDeviating from the normal; marked by incongruity or contradiction; aberrant or abnormal.
atypical
exceptional
extraordinary
irregularHaving abnormal bowel movements at inconsistent intervals.
preternaturalBeyond or not conforming to what is natural or according to the regular course of things; strange.
strange
unusualNot usual, out of the ordinary.

Meaning of abnormal

adjective Not conforming to rule or system; deviating from the usual or normal type.
adjective Of or pertaining to that which is irregular, in particular, behaviour that deviates from norms of social propriety or accepted standards of mental health.
noun A person or object that is not normal.

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Questions about synonyms of abnormal

What is another word for abnormal?: Abnormal has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as unusual, anomalous, aberrant, preternatural, irregular and strange.
What does abnormal mean?: Abnormal means not conforming to rule or system; deviating from the usual or normal type.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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