Normalcy

/ˈnɔːrməl.si/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The condition of being normal; the state of being usual or expected.
After the crisis, the town worked hard to restore normalcy in the community.
A return to a standard condition or situation.
Many people are longing for a sense of normalcy following the disruptions caused by the pandemic.
The quality of being typical or average.
He felt out of place in the new environment, longing for the normalcy of his previous life.
The state of existing within expected parameters in terms of behavior or circumstances.
The therapy helped bring a sense of normalcy to her daily routines.
A status or condition that offers a sense of security and stability.
In times of uncertainty, many seek the normalcy of their daily habits to cope.

Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century from 'normal' and the suffix '-cy', denoting a state or condition.

Common Phrases and Expressions

return to normalcy
The process of returning to a state of normal conditions after a disruption.
new normal
A situation that has become accepted as normal after a period of change.
normalcy bias
The tendency to believe that things will always function the way they normally have, ignoring potential dangers.

Related Words

normal
Conforming to a standard; usual.
abnormalcy
The condition of being abnormal; deviation from the norm.

Slang Meanings

Normie
He's such a normie, always doing what's considered normal by society.
Basic
That café is so basic, it's just another spot for normalcy.