deviant

Meanings

• adjective, noun

  A person who behaves in a way that is significantly different from what is normal or acceptable in a given social, political, or moral context.

  - "The deviant behavior of the student was a cause for concern."
  - "Despite his deviant past, he was able to turn his life around."
  - "The deviant artist challenged societal norms with his provocative works."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdiː.vi.ənt/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=80949191"

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Synonyms

heteroclite , nonconformist , abnormality , irregularity , outlier

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with deviant
defiant , contemptian , compliant

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Variants

List of all variants of deviant that leads to same result
deviant , deviants

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Forms

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deviant's, deviants, deviating

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin 'deviantia' meaning 'a turning away'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'deviant' was first used in a psychological context in the late 19th century.

2. In some subcultures, being 'deviant' is seen as a positive trait, and nonconformity is celebrated.

3. The study of deviant behavior is known as 'deviance theory' or 'sociology of deviance'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Sociopathy: A personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy, superficial charm, and a disregard for social norms.

2. Psychopathy: A personality disorder characterized by a lack of empathy, superficial charm, and a disregard for moral values.

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Culture

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Deviant behavior has been explored extensively in various forms of art, literature, and social sciences. In literature, deviant characters often serve as a reflection of societal taboos and moral dilemmas. In art, deviant themes can be seen in works that challenge societal norms and push boundaries. In music, deviant subcultures have emerged, such as punk and goth, which reject mainstream values and embrace nonconformity.

How to Memorize "deviant"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person behaving in a way that goes against societal norms.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'deviant' with 'nonconformity' and 'taboo'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Different Norms' to remember the meaning of 'deviant'.

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