Advanced and Proficiency Vocabulary for Exams(e.g.GRE, Banks, Civil Services, SAT / LSAT). For IELTS/TOEFL, and everyday spoken vocabulary, go to our Spoken Vocabulary Database.
different from what is usual or expected
- How to Memorize
- anomaly - irregularity
- Analysis
An ‘anomaly’ is something or somebody unusual compared to similar things around them. The word can be used in both a positive and negative context. For example, an anomaly can signify a problem that needs resolving, or be pleasantly different to what you have come to expect. Most commonly used in a professional setting.
Exam DB Spoken DB Other Synonyms aberration discrepancy abnormality, Antonyms conventional standard, uniform, - Example(s)
The computer detected an anomaly, and further investigation showed the cause to be a virus.
I was going through the accounts this morning and noticed something anomalous in the figures. Can you explain it?
I’ve never met anyone like Frank in this line of work. He’s a total anomaly.
