anomalous
What is another word for anomalous? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Adj — Different from what is normal or expected; not fitting the usual pattern.
Antonyms
How to use anomalous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
anomalous result
anomalous behaviour
statistically anomalous
Fairly formal; common in scientific and technical writing.
Etymology
From Late Latin anomalos, from Ancient Greek anomalos, "uneven, irregular."
Full origin of anomalous →Frequently asked questions
What does “anomalous” mean?
The word “anomalous” means different from what is normal or expected; not fitting the usual pattern. In plain terms, standing out because it doesn't match the normal pattern.
How do you pronounce “anomalous”?
“Anomalous” is pronounced uh-NO-muh-luhs (/əˈnɑmələs/ in IPA).
How do you use “anomalous” in a sentence?
Here is “anomalous” used in a sentence: “The scientists noticed an anomalous spike in temperature readings.”
What part of speech is “anomalous”?
“Anomalous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “anomalous” come from?
The word “anomalous” comes from Ancient Greek. From Late Latin anomalos, from Ancient Greek anomalos, "uneven, irregular.".
