Anomalous
(adjective)
- Deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected.
- Not conforming to the general rule or to an accepted model or pattern.
Origin:
From the greek ἀνώμαλος, anōmalos, meaning "irregular" or "deviating from the norm".
Examples:
- The results of the experiment were anomalous and could not be explained by the current theory.
- The behavior of the stock market has been anomalous in recent months.
- The reading on the instrument was anomalous and did not match the expected results.
- The weather this year has been anomalous, with temperatures much higher than usual.
- The patient's condition was anomalous and required further investigation.