Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

point-of-divergence

Noun

/pɔɪnt əv daɪˈvɜr.dʒəns/

Definition

The point at which two or more things separate or differ from each other.

Examples

The point-of-divergence between the two theories is evident in their assumptions about human behavior.
At the point-of-divergence, the river splits into two separate streams.
In our discussions, we reached a point-of-divergence regarding our approach to the project.

Meaning

In various contexts, a point-of-divergence refers to the moment or place where paths, ideas, or trajectories deviate from a common source, leading to different outcomes or directions.