Definitions
- Describing something that deviates from the norm or usual standard. - Referring to a situation or condition that is not typical or expected. - Talking about an occurrence or behavior that is outside of what is considered normal or natural.
- Describing something that is not common or occurs less frequently than expected. - Referring to a situation or behavior that is out of the ordinary or unexpected. - Talking about an occurrence or event that is different from what is typical or usual.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not typical or expected.
- 2Both words can be used to describe situations, conditions, or behaviors.
- 3Both words are adverbs and can modify adjectives or other adverbs.
What is the difference?
- 1Degree: Abnormally suggests a greater deviation from the norm than unusually.
- 2Cause: Abnormally implies that there is something wrong or unusual about the situation or condition, while unusually does not necessarily imply a negative connotation.
- 3Usage: Abnormally is more commonly used in technical or scientific contexts, while unusually is more commonly used in everyday language.
- 4Formality: Abnormally is more formal than unusually, which is more casual and conversational.
- 5Position: Abnormally is usually placed before the adjective or adverb it modifies, while unusually can be placed before or after.
Remember this!
Abnormally and unusually are synonyms that describe something that is not typical or expected. However, abnormally suggests a greater deviation from the norm and is more commonly used in technical or scientific contexts, while unusually is more casual and conversational and does not necessarily imply a negative connotation.
