abnormality
noun
ab·nor·mal·i·ty
ˌab-nər-ˈma-lə-tē 
-(ˌ)nȯr-
plural abnormalities
1
: something abnormal
2
: the quality or state of being abnormal
Examples of abnormality in a Sentence
The test results showed several genetic abnormalities.
There was some abnormality in his vision.
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Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2025
The inspection of the Accord also allegedly revealed no abnormalities or mechanical defects that would have been the cause or a contributing factor in the collision, the warrant affidavit said.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2025
This happens when abnormalities in the hair follicle cause your body to produce strands of hair that are thinner than usual and therefore more prone to breaking.
—Kelly Burch Published, Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2025
Furthermore, people with psychiatric conditions who struggle to suppress intrusive thoughts often exhibit abnormalities in REM sleep.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 21 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for abnormality
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“Abnormality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/abnormality. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.
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abnormality
noun
ab·nor·mal·i·ty
ˌab-nər-ˈmal-ət-ē
-(ˌ)nȯr-
plural abnormalities
1
: the state of being abnormal
2
: something abnormal
Medical Definition
abnormality
noun
ab·nor·mal·i·ty
ˌab-nər-ˈmal-ət-ē, -(ˌ)nȯr-
plural abnormalities
1
: the quality or state of being abnormal
2
: something abnormal
brain-wave abnormalities
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