Definitions

1. adjective

below or deviating from a normal standard, especially in terms of intelligence or development.

“The psychologist noted that the child’s subnormal cognitive abilities required special attention.”

2. noun

a person whose intelligence or development is below the average or normal.

“The charity focused on helping individuals with subnormal abilities to integrate into society.”

3. adverb

in a way that is below or deviating from a normal standard, especially in terms of intelligence or development.

“The patient’s subnormal reaction to the medication concerned the doctor.”