aberrant
adjectiveDeparting from the usual or expected pattern.
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Clear all filtersDeparting from the usual or expected pattern.
A departure from what is normal or expected.
Inconsistent with what is usual or expected.
Something that differs from what is usual or expected.
Departing from an accepted or expected standard, sometimes with a disapproving implication.
A departure from an expected course, standard, or pattern.
Departure from a standard
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A departure from the main subject or line of thought.
To move apart or develop in different directions.
A separation or difference in course, development, or opinion.
To make a mistake or depart from an accepted standard.
A belief sharply opposed to an established doctrine or accepted view.
A departure from an expected pattern, standard, or proper procedure.
Departure from a pattern
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A person who does not follow generally accepted beliefs, customs, or patterns of behavior.
Person departing from convention
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Involving a fundamental change or a large departure from established practice.
Fundamental departure
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Departing from customary practices or accepted expectations.
Departing from usual or traditionally accepted methods or beliefs.
Departing from accepted methods
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Departure from established beliefs, practices, or accepted conventions.
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