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Definition of anomalously
anomalously
/əˈnɑː.mə.ləs.li/
a · nom · a · lous · ly
Adjective:anomalous
anomalously Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
12
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
5
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• adverb
1
In a manner that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected; irregularly or unusually.
Example
"The ocean temperatures in that region remained anomalously high throughout the winter months."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed from the adjective 'anomalous' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. 'Anomalous' derives via Late Latin from the Ancient Greek 'anōmalos' (uneven, irregular), combining 'an-' (not) and 'homalos' (even, from 'homos' meaning same).
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