Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Deviant.
How to pronounce deviant:
UK
Deviant - as a noun
A person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
degenerate12deviate11pervert12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
miscreant13reprobate13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Deviant - as an adjective satellite
Markedly different from an accepted norm
Example: "Aberrant behavior"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aberrant10deviate11Deviant - as an adjective
Characterized by deviation from an expectation or a social standard.
Example: "At the trial, the extent of his deviant behavior became clear."
Example Sentences
"The police arrested the deviant for multiple acts of vandalism."
"Psychologists often study the behavior of deviants to understand abnormal tendencies."
"The school counselor works closely with deviants to help them channel their energy into more productive activities."
"The community ostracized the deviant for his unlawful actions."
"The judge sentenced the deviant to a lifetime of probation."
Word Game Points
Is DEVIANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deviant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEVIANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is DEVIANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deviant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEVIANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is DEVIANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deviant is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEVIANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
