Aberrative

Pronunciation: /əˈbɛrətɪv/

Definitions of aberrative

adjective tending to depart from the normal or usual course

Example Sentences

A1 The aberrative behavior of the student was quickly addressed by the teacher.

A2 The aberrative results of the experiment were unexpected.

B1 The aberrative data points were removed from the analysis to ensure accuracy.

B2 The aberrative pattern in the data suggested a potential error in the measurement process.

C1 The aberrative nature of the phenomenon challenged existing scientific theories.

C2 Her aberrative actions raised questions about her mental state.

Examples of aberrative in a Sentence

formal The scientist identified the aberrative behavior in the data set.

informal She noticed some aberrative patterns in the results.

slang Dude, that was totally aberrative!

figurative His decision to quit his job was aberrative, like a sudden change in the wind.

Grammatical Forms of aberrative

• past tense: aberrated
• plural: aberratives
• comparative: more aberrative
• superlative: most aberrative
• present tense: aberrates
• future tense: will aberrate
• perfect tense: have aberrated
• continuous tense: is aberrating
• singular: aberrative
• positive degree: aberrative
• infinitive: to aberrate
• gerund: aberrating
• participle: aberrated

Origin and Evolution of aberrative

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'aberrative' originated from the Latin word 'aberratus', which means 'to wander off'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 17th century to describe something deviating from the norm or straying from the usual course, the meaning of 'aberrative' has evolved to also include a psychological or medical context, referring to behaviors or conditions that are abnormal or deviant.