Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
veer
verb
/vɪər/
Definition
To change direction suddenly or shift course.
Examples
- The car had to veer off the road to avoid hitting a deer.
- During the discussion, she decided to veer away from the main topic.
- When the wind shifted, the sailboat began to veer in a new direction.
Meaning
Veering refers to the act of turning aside from a straight course or direction. It can apply to physical movement, such as a vehicle changing lanes, or to figurative situations, such as a change in opinion or approach.
Synonyms
- swerve
- turn
- shift
- diverge
- alter
