anomalie

Definitions of anomalie
  1. noun
    deviation from the normal or common order or form or rule
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    types:
    daltonisme
    genetic inability to distinguish differences in hue
    mutité
    a congenital anomaly in which the mucous membrane under the tongue is too short limiting the mobility of the tongue
  2. noun
    a state or condition markedly different from the norm
    synonyms: aberration, déviation, irrégularité
  3. noun
    behavior that breaches the rule or etiquette or custom or morality
    synonyms: irrégularité
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    types:
    déviation
    deviate behavior
    type of:
    inconduite, méfait
    improper or wicked or immoral behavior
  4. noun
    an abnormal physical condition resulting from defective genes or developmental deficiencies
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    antonyms:
    normalité
    being within certain limits that define the range of normal functioning
    types:
    aberration, déviation, irrégularité
    a state or condition markedly different from the norm
    hypertrophie
    abnormal enlargement of a body part or organ
    type of:
    état physiologique
    the condition or state of the body or bodily functions
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