Deviance is relative-that is,an act becomes deviant when it is socially defined as such.
Definitions of deviance vary widely from place to place,from time to time,and from group to group.

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Deviance is a socially defined concept and varies based on cultural and social norms. What is considered deviant in one society or group may not be perceived as such in another. Therefore, the definition of deviance is relative.

Deviance Is Relative-That Is,an Act Becomes Deviant When It Is