aberrant
2ab·er·rant
noun\a-ˈber-ənt, ə-, -ˈbe-rənt; ˈa-bə-rənt, -ˌber-ənt, -ˌbe-rənt\
Definition of ABERRANT
1
: a group, individual, or structure that is not normal or typical : an aberrant group, individual, or structure
2
: a person whose behavior departs substantially from the standard
Origin of ABERRANT
(see 1aberrant)
First Known Use: 1938
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