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deviance | immoral |

As a noun deviance

is deviance (variation from expected behavior or form).

As an adjective immoral is

not moral; inconsistent with rectitude, purity, or good morals; contrary to conscience or the divine law.

deviance

English

(wikipedia deviance)

Noun

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

    • Related terms

    * deviant * deviation

    immoral

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Not moral; inconsistent with rectitude, purity, or good morals; contrary to conscience or the divine law.

    • Usage notes

    * Said of people, deeds, groups, traditions, or practices.

    Synonyms

    * wicked * unjust * dishonest * vicious * licentious

    Antonyms

    * moral

    Related terms

    * amoral

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