anomic
/əˈnɑmɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or characterized by a lack of social norms, values, or direction; feeling disconnected from society.
- The novel describes an anomic society where traditional rules have broken down.
- Rapid social change can leave people feeling anomic and isolated.
- The anomic youth felt lost and without purpose in the big city.
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