Deviant
Deviant adjective - Departing from some accepted standard of what is normal.
Usage example: some studies show that many violent criminals begin exhibiting deviant behavior in early childhood
Queer is a synonym for deviant in abnormal topic. In some cases you can use "Queer" instead an adjective "Deviant".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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His subordinates—particularly the females—are creeped out, and behind his back call him "queer." He's understanding, realizing how they must feel about serving under a "sexual deviant."
Source: Persecution Flip
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