Basic Details
Word: Abnormally
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: In a way that is unusual or not normal.
Synonyms: Unusually, Exceptionally, Atypically
Antonyms: Normally, Typically, Usually
Idioms and Phrases
- Abnormally high: Used to describe something that is much greater than the usual amount. Example: "The temperatures this summer have been abnormally high for our region."
- Abnormally low: Used to refer to levels that are significantly lower than average. Example: "The stock market experienced abnormally low sales this quarter."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The doctor was concerned when the tests showed abnormally high cholesterol levels in the patient.
Example 2: During the investigation, they found that the data recorded was abnormally inconsistent.
Example 3: She performed abnormally well on the exam, surprising both herself and her teachers.
Fun Fact
The word "abnormal" comes from the Latin word "abnormis," where "ab-" means "away from" and "normis" means "normal." This suggests a move away from what is regarded as the usual standard.
Famous Quote
"Normality is a paved road: Its comfortable to walk, but no flowers grow on it." Vincent Van Gogh
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "abnormally" mean?
a) In a usual way
b) In an unusual way
c) In a normal way
d) In a convenient way
Answer: b) In an unusual way
2. Which of these is a synonym of "abnormally"?
a) Typically
b) Exceptionally
c) Usually
d) Regularly
Answer: b) Exceptionally
3. Which of these is an antonym of "abnormally"?
a) Unusually
b) Atypically
c) Normally
d) Exceptionally
Answer: c) Normally
4. Which sentence uses "abnormally" correctly?
a) The flowers grew abnormally in the winter.
b) The cat behaved abnormally, climbing up the walls.
c) She abnormally finished her homework.
d) It rained abnormally at the beach yesterday.
Answer: b) The cat behaved abnormally, climbing up the walls.
5. Which of these phrases means something that is unusually high?
a) Abnormally high
b) Abnormally low
c) Normal level
d) A standard increase
Answer: a) Abnormally high
