veer

/viːr/

Definitions

1. verb

to turn or change direction suddenly, often sharply or violently

“The driver veered to the left to avoid the accident.”

2. verb

to move or turn aside from a course or direction

“The ship will veer to the north to avoid the storm.”

3. noun

a turning or change of direction, especially a sharp one

“The pilot had to make a sharp veer to avoid hitting the mountain.”

Synonyms

  • deviate
  • swerve

Antonyms

  • align
  • straighten