normalcy
4 synonyms and 2 antonyms for normalcy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state of being normal; a return to usual, stable conditions.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
abnormalcy
abnormality
How to use normalcy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
return to normalcy
a sense of normalcy
Etymology
Formed from "normal" plus the suffix "-cy." Though originally used in mathematics, it became widely popular in the US after President Warren G. Harding used it in a famous 1920 speech about "a return to normalcy."
Full origin of normalcy →Frequently asked questions
What does “normalcy” mean?
The word “normalcy” means the state of being normal; a return to usual, stable conditions. In plain terms, a state of things being normal or back to usual — often used after a period of disruption.
How do you pronounce “normalcy”?
“Normalcy” is pronounced NAWR-muhl-see (/ˈnɔɹməlsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “normalcy” in a sentence?
Here is “normalcy” used in a sentence: “After the storm, the town slowly returned to normalcy.”
What is another word for “normalcy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “normalcy” include normalhood, normality, normaldom and normalness.
What is the opposite of “normalcy”?
The opposite of “normalcy” — its antonyms — are abnormalcy and abnormality.
What part of speech is “normalcy”?
“Normalcy” is a noun.
Where does the word “normalcy” come from?
The word “normalcy” dates back to around 1920. Formed from "normal" plus the suffix "-cy." Though originally used in mathematics, it became widely popular in the US after President Warren G. Harding used it in a famous 1920 speech about "a return to normalcy.".
