deviant
|de/vi/ant|
/ˈdiːviənt/
differing from a norm
Etymology
'deviant' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'devians,' where 'de-' meant 'away from' and 'via' meant 'way.'
'devians' transformed into the French word 'déviant,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deviant' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to turn aside from a path,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'differing from a norm.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who deviates, especially from what is considered normal or acceptable.
The community viewed him as a deviant.
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Adjective 1
differing from a norm or from the accepted standards of a society.
His deviant behavior was a cause for concern.
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