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