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an·o·mie [or] an·o·my
 anomie [or] anomy
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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a breakdown or lack of values, norms, or structure in a society.
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| definition 2: |
the alienated feeling of an individual or class resulting from such a breakdown.
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| definition 3: |
a personal feeling of not being part of, or responsible to, society.
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| derivation: |
anomic (adj.) |
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