Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

diverge

verb
/dɪˈvɜrdʒ/
Definition
To move or extend in different directions from a common point.
Examples
  • As the train tracks diverge, one line heads to the city and the other towards the countryside.
  • The opinions of the experts began to diverge during the discussion.
  • In science, two species may diverge over time due to different environmental pressures.
Meaning
To separate or differ from a path, opinion, or course.
Synonyms
  • separate
  • depart
  • branch off
  • split
  • divert