Departure from the norm is a term used to describe any action or behavior that deviates from what is considered to be the accepted standard. This can include DEVIATION, ABERRANCE, ANOMALY, TAKEOFF, EXODUS, EXIT, and ABERRANT. DEVIATION is a departure from an established course or standard, while ABERRANCE is an abnormality or DEVIATION from the expected. ANOMALY is an irregularity or DEVIATION from the normal, while TAKEOFF is a sudden departure from the usual. EXODUS is a departure of a large number of people, while EXIT is a way out or departure. ABERRANT is an adjective meaning departing from the usual or normal.