deviants (Meaning)
deviants
a person whose behavior or morals differs from accepted or normal standards, deviating especially from some accepted standard of behavior or morals, a person who differs markedly (as in social adjustment or sexual behavior) from what is considered normal for a group, a person who differs markedly (as in social adjustment or behavior) from what is considered normal or acceptable, someone or something that deviates from a norm, something that deviates from a norm, deviating especially from some accepted norm, straying or deviating especially from an accepted norm (see norm sense 2)
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deviants Sentence Examples
- The research team carefully identified deviants within the population to study their unique behaviors.
- In certain societies, individuals with non-conformist views are often labeled as deviants.
- The deviant group's unconventional practices challenged societal norms.
- Behavioral deviants exhibit patterns that deviate significantly from societal expectations.
- The therapist offered support to the patient who was struggling with deviant urges.
- Some deviants find solace in subcultures that embrace their unconventional lifestyles.
- Social control mechanisms aim to deter and punish deviants from engaging in norm-violating behaviors.
- Deviance, while often perceived as negative, can also be a source of social change and innovation.
- The media often sensationalizes deviants, portraying them as dangerous or harmful.
- Researchers investigate the motivations and triggers that drive certain individuals toward deviant behavior.
FAQs About the word deviants
a person whose behavior or morals differs from accepted or normal standards, deviating especially from some accepted standard of behavior or morals, a person wh
eccentrics, nonconformists, heretics, freaks, mavericks,bohemians, anomalies, nuts, free spirits, misfits
followers, sheep, supporters, adherents, conformists,conformers,
The research team carefully identified deviants within the population to study their unique behaviors.
In certain societies, individuals with non-conformist views are often labeled as deviants.
The deviant group's unconventional practices challenged societal norms.
Behavioral deviants exhibit patterns that deviate significantly from societal expectations.
