deviant

deviant definition - medical

de·vi·ant (dēˈvē-ənt)

adjective
Differing from a norm or from the accepted standards of a society.
noun
One that differs from a norm, especially a person whose behavior and attitudes differ from accepted social standards.

Related Forms:

  • deˈvi·ance, deˈvi·an·cy noun

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