abnormally
ab-NAWR-muh-lee
Abnormally (adv) means In a way that is not normal; unusually. Example: “It has been abnormally cold for June this year.”
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In a way that is not normal; unusually.
"It has been abnormally cold for June this year."
"The patient's heart rate was abnormally fast."
How to use abnormally
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsed before an adjective to say something is unusually more or less than expected.
Common pairings
abnormally high
abnormally low
abnormally quiet
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- Comparative
- more abnormally
- Superlative
- most abnormally
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What does “abnormally” mean?
The word “abnormally” means in a way that is not normal; unusually. In plain terms, used before an adjective to say something is unusually more or less than expected.
How do you pronounce “abnormally”?
“Abnormally” is pronounced ab-NAWR-muh-lee (/æbˈnɔɹ.mə.li/ in IPA).
How do you use “abnormally” in a sentence?
Here is “abnormally” used in a sentence: “It has been abnormally cold for June this year.”
What part of speech is “abnormally”?
“Abnormally” is an adverb.
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