What does deviance mean?
Deviance means (sociology) Actions or behaviors that violate formal and informal cultural norms such as laws and customs..
Deviance
/ˈdiːvɪəns/ · noun
Meaning
(sociology) Actions or behaviors that violate formal and informal cultural norms such as laws and customs..
Definitions by Sense
- (sociology) Actions or behaviors that violate formal and informal cultural norms such as laws and customs.
- A person or thing that differs from the expected.
Example Sentences
Socrates was sentenced to death for his deviance.
Synonyms for deviance
Antonyms for deviance
Related Words
Word Forms
- deviances
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for deviance?
Common synonyms include aberration, deviation, aberrancy, aberrance.
What is the opposite of deviance?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use deviance in a sentence?
Socrates was sentenced to death for his deviance.
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