Aberrated

/ˈæbəreɪtɪd/ adjective

Definition

Having deviated from a normal course or standard; characterized by aberration.

Etymology

From 'aberrate' (verb) + '-ed' (past participle/adjectival suffix). This form emerged in scientific English to describe things that have undergone or display aberrant deviation.

Kelly Says

In optical science, 'aberrated' describes light rays that don't focus properly—the term is deeply technical but perfectly describes the problem: the light has literally wandered from where it should be.

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