abnormal
/æbˈnɔːml/ · /æbˈnɔːrml/
CEFR level B2Topic HealthWord #3822 in the learning path
异常的；反常的
Definitions
adj. Different from what is usual or expected, often causing concern.
异常的；反常的
Example
The mechanic noticed an abnormal noise from the engine.
修理工注意到发动机发出异常响声。
Regular medical screening can detect abnormal changes before they develop into conditions that require complex treatment.
定期医学筛查可以在异常变化发展为需要复杂治疗的疾病之前发现它们。
Collocations
- abnormal behaviour
- abnormal growth
- abnormal heart rhythm
Word family
- normal (adj.)
- normally (adv.)
- abnormally (adv.)
- abnormality (n.)
Synonyms
- unusual
- atypical
Antonyms
- normal
- typical
Usage tip
常用于医学或异常现象，不宜随意用来评价人。
FAQ
- What does abnormal mean?
- Different from what is usual or expected, often causing concern.
- How is abnormal pronounced?
- UK /æbˈnɔːml/, US /æbˈnɔːrml/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
