deviance Antonyms

Meaning of deviance

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deviance (n)

a state or condition markedly different from the norm

deviate behavior

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a state or condition markedly different from the norm, deviate behavior

distinctness, distance, discrepancy, diversity, dissimilarity, dissimilitude, differentiability, disparity, disagreement, contrast

agreement, accordance, community, conformity,community, conformity, identity, similarity, accordance, resemblance

Sociologists study deviance to understand behaviors that fall outside societal norms.

The teenager's rebellious behavior was considered a form of deviance by his parents.

The company implemented a program to address workplace deviance and promote ethical conduct.

Throughout history, artistic expression has sometimes been seen as a form of deviance.