Definitions

1. verb

to split or move apart from a central point or origin; to move or proceed in different directions

“The two paths will diverge at the next intersection.”

2. noun

a point at which two or more things diverge or move apart

“The divergent point in the road was marked with a sign.”

3. verb

to differ or vary significantly from a standard or norm

“The new policy diverges from the previous one in several key areas.”