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
