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aberration

//ˌæbəˈreɪʃn//
English Definition
A deviation from the norm.
中文释义
异常;反常;偏离
Example Sentence

The sudden drop in global temperatures that year was an aberration from the long-term warming trend recorded by climatologists.

那一年全球气温的突然下降,是气候学家记录的长期变暖趋势中的一次异常。

Antonyms
norm standard
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
aberrant 的名词 → 偏离常态。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “aberration”?

  1. A Disparaging; belittling.
  2. B Peculiar to an individual.
  3. C A deviation from the norm.
  4. D Fallen into ruin or disrepair.
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C — A deviation from the norm.. “aberration” means A deviation from the norm..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “A deviation from the norm.”?

  1. A dilapidated
  2. B idiosyncratic
  3. C derogatory
  4. D aberration
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D — aberration. “aberration” means A deviation from the norm..

Common questions about “aberration”

What does “aberration” mean?

aberration — A deviation from the norm.. In Chinese: 异常;反常;偏离.

How do you pronounce “aberration”?

aberration is pronounced //ˌæbəˈreɪʃn//.

How is “aberration” used in a sentence?

The sudden drop in global temperatures that year was an aberration from the long-term warming trend recorded by climatologists. (那一年全球气温的突然下降,是气候学家记录的长期变暖趋势中的一次异常。)

What are synonyms for “aberration”?

anomaly, deviation, irregularity — all close in meaning to aberration (A deviation from the norm.).

What is the opposite of “aberration”?

norm, standard — each the opposite of aberration (A deviation from the norm.).

Is “aberration” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. aberration is on the SAT Prep Difficult list — the higher-register words that decide the hard questions. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “aberration”?

aberrant 的名词 → 偏离常态。

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