Deviance and Difference

Deviance

Deviance noun - A state or condition markedly different from the norm.
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Difference and deviance are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Difference" instead a noun "Deviance".

Nearby Words: deviate, deviation, deviant

Difference

Difference noun - The quality or state of being different.
Usage example: there's a great difference between claiming to care about the environment and living like you really do

Deviance and difference are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deviance" instead a noun "Difference".

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