Definition

Describing something that is unusual or different from what is normal or expected, often indicating a mistake or abnormality.

Example

The aberrated results of the experiment led to further investigation into the methodology used.

Conversation

Did you notice how the weather has been a bit aberrated lately?

Yeah, it’s like summer decided to come early this year.

Exactly! I mean, it’s so unusual for this time of year.

I hope it doesn’t stay like this for too long.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Aberrated → It is formed from "aberratio" (from Latin, meaning a wandering away) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action). The word "aberrated" means having deviated from the usual or expected course, often in a negative sense.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wandering away' from the usual path to remember that 'aberrated' means having strayed from what is normal or expected.

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