divergent

/ˈdɪvrɡənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

tending to diverge or going in different directions; diverging from a standard, norm, or type

“The divergent paths of the two rivers made it difficult to navigate.”

2. noun

a divergent or diverging movement or direction

“The divergent of the company’s new strategy led to significant changes in the market.”

3. verb

to become or cause to become divergent or different in direction, tendency, or character

“The new discovery divergent the team’s understanding of the subject.”

Synonyms

  • branching
  • diverging
  • diversifying

Antonyms

  • convergent
  • converging