deviant characteristics
[ˈdiːviənt ˌkærəktərˈɪstɪks]
noun phrasepl: deviant characteristics (plural form)
características desviantes
1. Traits, behaviors, or attributes that significantly differ from accepted social norms, standards, or expected patterns within a particular society or group
The study examined deviant characteristics in criminal behavior patterns.
O estudo examinou características desviantes em padrões de comportamento criminoso.
2. In sociology and psychology, features or behaviors that are considered abnormal, unconventional, or nonconforming to societal expectations
Researchers identified several deviant characteristics in the subject's social interactions.
Os pesquisadores identificaram várias características desviantes nas interações sociais do sujeito.
3. Statistical or measurable attributes that fall outside the normal range or distribution
The data showed deviant characteristics in the outlier populations.
Os dados mostraram características desviantes nas populações periféricas.
The term 'deviant characteristics' is primarily used in academic contexts in both Brazilian and American English, particularly in sociology, psychology, criminology, and social sciences. In Brazil, it's commonly employed in university research and institutional settings when discussing social phenomena that diverge from established norms. The concept carries neutral to negative connotations depending on context, as it can refer to criminal behavior, mental health conditions, or simply non-conformist lifestyle choices. Usage in both cultures emphasizes the sociological perspective rather than moral judgment, though laypeople may interpret it with implicit bias.
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