Anomaly
nounGREMedium
Definition
something deviating from the standard
Example Usage
"The test results showed an anomaly."
Synonyms
irregularitydeviationaberrationexception
Antonyms
normstandard
Tags
#gre#common#noun#gre#medium
How to Use "Anomaly"
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Context
This word is commonly used in GRE contexts. It's a medium level word.
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In Writing
Use "Anomaly" to make your writing more precise. It works well in formal and academic contexts.
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Remember
Associate "Anomaly" with its synonyms: irregularity, deviation, aberration. This helps with recall.
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