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Deviance
01
actions or conduct that departs from societal norms, expectations, or standards, often perceived as unconventional, abnormal, or unacceptable by the larger community
Example
The psychologist studied patterns of deviance within the community to better understand the factors contributing to criminal behavior.
Sociologists analyze instances of deviance to examine how social norms are constructed and enforced within a society.
02
the state of departure from established norms or expectations, whether in behavior, beliefs, attitudes, etc.
Example
The unconventional artist 's work was celebrated for its creativity and deviance from traditional artistic norms.
In the scientific community, deviance from established theories can lead to groundbreaking discoveries and paradigm shifts.
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deviance
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