aberration

English

/ˌæb.əˈɹeɪ.ʃn̩/

noun
Definitions
  • The act of wandering; deviation from truth, moral rectitude; abnormal; divergence from the straight, correct, proper, normal, or from the natural state.
  • (optics) The convergence to different foci, by a lens or mirror, of rays of light emanating from one and the same point, or the deviation of such rays from a single focus; a defect in a focusing mechanism that prevents the intended focal point.
  • (astronomy) A small periodical change of position in the stars and other heavenly bodies, due to the combined effect of the motion of light and the motion of the observer.
  • A partial alienation of reason.
  • A mental disorder, especially one of a minor or temporary character.
  • (zoology) Atypical development or structure; deviation from the normal type; an aberrant organ.
  • (medicine) A deviation of a tissue, organ or mental functions from what is considered to be within the normal range.

Etymology

Suffix from English aberrate root from Proto-Indo-European *h₁ers- (envy, lose one's temper, be angry, be jealous).

Origin

Proto-Indo-European

*h₁ers-

Gloss

envy, lose one's temper, be angry, be jealous

Concept
Semantic Field

Emotions and values

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

Kanji

妬, 羨, 嫉

Emoji

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