deviance

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Pronunciation

• IPA: /ˈdiːvɪəns/

Noun

deviance

1. (sociology) Actions or behaviors that violate formal and informal cultural norms such as laws and customs.
2. A person or thing that differs from the expected.

Related terms

• deviant
• deviation

Translations

• French: déviance

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