Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

divergence

Noun
/dɪˈvɜːr.dʒəns/
Definition
The act of moving or being moved away from a common point or standard.
Examples
  • The divergence in their opinions on the matter led to a heated debate.
  • As the two paths diverged in the woods, I had to choose which one to follow.
Meaning
Divergence refers to a situation where two or more things become different or develop in different directions.
Synonyms
  • discrepancy
  • variation
  • separation
  • difference