Epänormaali
Epänormaali is a Finnish adjective used to describe something that deviates from what is considered typical or expected in a given context. It implies a departure from normal patterns, conditions, or values, and can be applied across various domains from everyday language to scientific discourse. The term may carry evaluative weight, depending on context, and is often contrasted with normal and unusual or exceptional.
Etymology and nuance: Epänormaali is formed from epä- (not, non) and normaali (normal). Compared with synonyms
Usage in different fields: In science and medicine, epänormaali describes findings that do not fit expected
Sociocultural aspect: The term is widely understood in Finnish but can be sensitive when describing human behavior
See also: poikkeava, normaalin käsite, epänormaali data, anomalia.