normal

²normal

noun

Definition of NORMAL

1

a : a normal line b : the portion of a normal line to a plane curve between the curve and the x-axis

2

: one that is normal

3

: a form or state regarded as the norm : standard

Examples of NORMAL

1. Your blood pressure is higher than normal.
2. Let's hope everything returns to normal soon.
3. I'm glad that things are back to normal.
4. Oil prices are above normal.

First Known Use of NORMAL

circa 1738

Related to NORMAL

Synonyms: norm, average, par, standard

Related Words: golden mean, mean, median, middle; commonplace, ordinary, rule, run, status quo, usual; exemplar, representative

Near Antonyms: abnormality, anomaly, deviation, exception, rarity

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