Meaning
anomaly
- something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected
- irregularity or defect in a system or structure
In a sentence
I tecnici hanno rilevato un'anomalia nel sistema elettrico.
The technicians detected an anomaly in the electrical system.
Questa temperatura così alta è un'anomalia per la stagione.
This unusually high temperature is an anomaly for the season.
Gli esami medici non hanno mostrato alcuna anomalia.
The medical tests showed no anomaly whatsoever.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| anomalia | feminine · singular |
| anomalie | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Stress falls on the 'i': /ano.maˈli.a/.
- Forms the plural regularly with -e: 'anomalie'.