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Definition of Deviance
1. Noun. A state or condition markedly different from the norm.
Generic synonyms: Abnormalcy, Abnormality
Specialized synonyms: Chromosomal Aberration, Chromosomal Anomaly, Chromosonal Disorder, Chrosomal Abnormality, Deflection, Warp
Derivative terms: Aberrant, Aberrate, Aberrate, Aberrant, Aberrate, Aberrate, Deviant, Deviate
2. Noun. Deviate behavior.
Generic synonyms: Abnormality, Irregularity
Derivative terms: Deviant, Deviate, Deviate
Definition of Deviance
1. Noun. (sociology) Actions or behaviors that violate formal and informal cultural norms such as law and the discouragement from public nose-picking. ¹
2. Noun. A person or thing that differs from the expected. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Deviance
1. the behavior of a deviant [n -S]
Medical Definition of Deviance
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1. The act of deviating; a wandering from the way; variation from the common way, from an established rule, etc.; departure, as from the right course or the path of duty.
2. The state or result of having deviated; a transgression; an act of sin; an error; an offense.
2. The voluntary and unnecessary departure of a ship from, or delay in, the regular and usual course of the specific voyage insured, thus releasing the underwriters from their responsibility.
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