B2 verb Formel

anomalous

/əˈnɒm.ə.ləs/

Describes something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected. It is typically used to identify data, behaviors, or situations that do not fit into an established pattern.

Exemples

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1

The warm weather in December was quite anomalous for this region.

The unusually high temperatures in December were not normal for this area.

2

The committee found the results of the second trial to be anomalous and requested a re-evaluation.

The committee noticed the second trial's results were irregular and asked for another review.

3

It’s totally anomalous that he’s late; he’s usually the first one here.

It is very strange that he is late because he is usually very punctual.

Famille de mots

Nom
anomalousness
Adverbe
anomalously
Adjectif
anomalous
Apparenté
anomaly
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Astuce mémo

Think of 'A-Normal-Us'. It sounds like 'A normal...' but with a twist, meaning 'not normal'.

Quiz rapide

The scientists were confused by the ___ readings, as they contradicted all previous experiments.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : anomalous

Exemples

1

The warm weather in December was quite anomalous for this region.

everyday

The unusually high temperatures in December were not normal for this area.

2

The committee found the results of the second trial to be anomalous and requested a re-evaluation.

formal

The committee noticed the second trial's results were irregular and asked for another review.

3

It’s totally anomalous that he’s late; he’s usually the first one here.

informal

It is very strange that he is late because he is usually very punctual.

4

Researchers identified several anomalous data points that skewed the final statistical analysis.

academic

Scientists found several irregular data entries that distorted the final statistics.

5

The sudden spike in sales during the off-season was an anomalous event that required investigation.

business

The unexpected increase in sales during the quiet season was an irregular occurrence that needed checking.

Famille de mots

Nom
anomalousness
Adverbe
anomalously
Adjectif
anomalous
Apparenté
anomaly

Collocations courantes

anomalous results irregular or unexpected findings
anomalous behavior conduct that deviates from the norm
anomalous data information that does not fit the pattern
anomalous situation a strange or irregular set of circumstances
anomalous findings conclusions that are inconsistent with expectations

Phrases Courantes

anomalous state of affairs

an irregular or unusual situation

anomalous position

a status or rank that is inconsistent with the norm

highly anomalous

extremely irregular or strange

Souvent confondu avec

anomalous vs anonymous

Anonymous means having an unknown name or identity, while anomalous means irregular or abnormal.

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Notes d'usage

Anomalous is a formal term often used in science, statistics, and formal reporting to describe things that don't fit a trend. It carries a neutral to clinical tone, rather than a negative one.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often confuse it with 'anonymous' due to the similar sound, or try to use it as a noun when they should use 'anomaly'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of 'A-Normal-Us'. It sounds like 'A normal...' but with a twist, meaning 'not normal'.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Greek 'anomalos', meaning 'uneven' or 'irregular' (a- 'not' + homalos 'even').

Modèles grammaticaux

Used as an adjective before a noun (anomalous data). Used as a predicative adjective after a linking verb (The result was anomalous).

Quiz rapide

The scientists were confused by the ___ readings, as they contradicted all previous experiments.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : anomalous

Mots lis

pale

A1

Describes something that has very little color or is much lighter than usual. It is often used to describe a person's face when they are ill or a color that is mixed with a lot of white.

lung

A1

The lungs are two organs inside your chest that you use to breathe. They bring oxygen into your body and remove carbon dioxide when you breathe out.

tropical

A1

Relating to the hot regions of the Earth near the equator. It describes weather that is very warm and wet, or plants and animals that come from these areas.

trader

A1

A trader is a person whose job is to buy and sell goods, stocks, or other items for profit. They can work in a small local market or on large international financial exchanges.

indoor

A1

Describes something that is located, happens, or is used inside a building rather than outside. It is an adjective used before a noun to talk about activities or objects protected from the weather.

threshold

A1

A threshold is the physical area at the bottom of a doorway that you step over to enter a room or building. It also refers to the level or point at which something starts to happen or changes.

tribute

A1

A tribute is something that you say, do, or give to show your respect and admiration for someone. It is often a public act used to honor a person's life, work, or memory.

elder

A1

Used to describe a person who is older than another, especially within a family. It is also used to refer to people who have a high status or more experience because of their age.

russian

A1

Relating to Russia, its people, its language, or its culture. It describes things that come from or are connected to the largest country in the world.

southeastern

A1

Located in or coming from the direction between south and east. It describes a place, a region, or a wind that is in the corner between the bottom and the right on a map.

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