Word of the Day – Abberation

Abberation (noun)

ab-er-ay-shun

The act of departing from the right, normal, or usual course.

Aberration was first recorded in 1585–95 and comes from the Latin word aberrātiōn-, “distraction, diversion, relief (from pain or sorrow).”

Example sentences

“The vibrant colours of the artwork bounced off the canvas, an abberation to the muted tones of other works in the gallery.”