Nonstandard

/nɒnˈstændərd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

not conforming to the usual, expected, or required standards.

Her nonstandard approach to the problem led to innovative solutions.

not accepted as normal or conventional, especially in language or grammar.

The use of nonstandard English can sometimes create confusion in communication.

deviating from what is typical or expected in a particular field or discipline.

The artist's nonstandard techniques challenged traditional art forms.

The prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' combined with 'standard', which comes from the Latin 'standardem', meaning 'a standard, a criterion'.

nonstandard English

Variations in English that do not conform to the accepted norms.

nonstandard metric

Metrics that vary from the conventional measurements.

nonstandard file format

A file format that is not widely accepted or used.

standard

An accepted measure or norm.

norm

A standard or expectation that is commonly understood.

Offbeat or quirky.

His nonstandard style of dress made him stand out at the party.

Not the norm or typical.

Her nonstandard ideas had everyone thinking outside the box.