odd item; deviation from the normal or common order or form or rule
The scientist discovered an anomaly in the test results that required further investigation.
Vocabulary like anomaly appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
similar; similar or equivalent in some respects though otherwise dissimilar
similarity; an inference that if things agree in some respects they probably agree in others
lawlessness; state of lawless disorder (usually resulting from a failure of government)
supplementary; furnishing added support
story; short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)
bring to life; heighten or intensify
hatred; a feeling of ill will arousing active hostility
abnormal; deviating from the general or common order or type