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anomalous

/ˌænəˈmɒləs/ adjective · British & US
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What does anomalous mean?

adjective

Deviating from the normal or common type; unusual or unexpected. An instance or case that does not conform to the general rule or pattern.

Example

"The anomalous reading on the test results required further investigation."

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