aberrator
- noun
- /ˈæbəˌreɪtər/
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- The artist was often labeled an aberrator for challenging traditional styles in her work.
Examples
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In a society that values conformity, an aberrator may face criticism or misunderstanding.
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He admired the aberrator who dared to question long-held assumptions in the field.
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The artist is often seen as an aberrator in the traditional art community.
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Many consider him an aberrator for his unconventional views.
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In a strict organization, he was perceived as an aberrator for his diverse opinions on the company’s policies.
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Those who choose to question the status quo often become aberrators in their communities, sparking debate.
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As an aberrator, she inspired others to embrace unique perspectives and challenge conventional thinking.
Synonyms
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A person who holds beliefs that go against accepted religious teaching
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A person who strongly criticizes common beliefs or institutions
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A person who acts very differently from social rules, often used as an insult
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A person who disagrees with their political party's official views
A person who questions or opposes long-held beliefs and traditions
A person who says no to an idea or decision
Antonyms
How Deviant
Surface Forms
Morphology
aberrator = aberrate (transparent) = ab + err + ate + or
A straightforward agentive formation: someone who 'aberrates' (deviates) is an 'aberrator'.
Etymology
Aberrator comes from the Latin parts ab- 'away' and errare 'to wander', which is the root behind English error and errant. So calling a person an aberrator means they 'stray' from usual beliefs or rules, explaining why it describes someone who deviates from the norm.