Word
normality
Phoneticsnor·mal·i·ty, stress on the second syllable
US/ˌnɔɹˈmæɫəti/
UK/nɔːmˈælɪti/
Definitions
01being normal
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the state of being normal or usual, especially after a time of trouble or change.
n. the state or fact of being normal; the condition of conforming to a standard or regular pattern. Often used in the context of returning to a stable state after a disruption.
Español:normalidad
“After the long holidays, the family welcomed the return to normality.”
“The government struggled to restore a sense of normality to the region following the natural disaster, focusing first on reopening schools and markets.”
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02chemical concentration
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Science Technical
n. a way to measure how strong a chemical solution is.
n. the concentration of a solution expressed in gram equivalent weights of solute per litre of solution.
“The scientist checked the normality of the acid before starting the experiment.”
“To ensure the titration was accurate, the lab technician carefully calculated the normality of the sodium hydroxide solution.”
Usage
Uncountable in this scientific sense.
Synonyms
03statistical distribution
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Mathematics Technical
n. how much a set of data looks like a standard 'bell curve' shape.
n. the extent to which a set of observed data approximates a normal distribution.
“The student used a chart to check the normality of the test scores.”
“Before applying parametric tests, the researcher performed a Shapiro-Wilk test to verify the normality of the sample distribution.”
Usage
Often used in the context of 'testing for normality'.
Real-World Examples
“The family attempted to retain a semblance of normality in captivity by continuing the younger children’s studies and working outside as permitted.” “Photograph: GPTrack50 That uneasy normality ends when KOM crushes civilisation and leaves only 2% of humanity alive.” Etymology
From normal + -ity, perhaps modelled on French normalité.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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Domains
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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