Anormality

/ænɔrˈmælɪti/ noun

Definition

The quality or state of being abnormal; a deviation from the normal or expected condition.

Etymology

From 'anormal' + '-ity' (Latin suffix creating abstract nouns from adjectives). This parallels 'abnormality,' offering an alternative formation for the abstract concept of being abnormal.

Kelly Says

The difference between 'anormality' and 'abnormality' is like choosing between two doors that lead to the same room—both are technically correct, but 'abnormality' became so dominant that 'anormality' virtually vanished, teaching us that sometimes language's 'efficiency' just means winning a popularity contest.

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