Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deflective
Adjective
/dɪˈflɛk.tɪv/
Definition
Tending to cause something to change direction or to deviate from a path.
Examples
- The deflective mirrors in the telescope helped in capturing distant galaxies.
- In a heated argument, she used deflective comments to avoid discussing her own mistakes.
Meaning
Deflective describes the ability or tendency of an object or force to alter its original course or action, often used in physics and engineering.
Synonyms
- Redirecting
- Diverting
- Skirting
- Averting
