divergency

noun

də-ˈvər-jən(t)-sē How to pronounce divergency (audio)
Definition of divergencynext
1
as in divergence
a movement in different directions away from a common point a growing divergency of opinion on that hot-button issue

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2
as in deviation
a turning away from a course or standard a warning that no divergency from the church's traditional teachings on the subject would be permitted

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  1. divergence
  2. deviation
  3. difference
  4. departure
  5. diversity
Noun
  • But in the late twentieth century, globalization and technological change sparked a divergence in fortunes.
    Michael Beckley, Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
  • While there were small points of divergence, the vast bulk of their memories matched.
    Jes Aznar, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of divergence
Noun
  • The system can detect a deviation from a forecast, for example, and yet understand that the deviation is in an allowable range and that an alert does not have to be generated.
    Steve Banker, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
  • There may be slight deviations from the podcast audio.
    Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of deviation
Noun
  • Here, then, are most*** of the 2024 House races sorted by the difference between their margins and the presidential margins in their districts.
    Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Sorensen said any water utility that serves an area with large differences in elevation will have similar limitations.
    Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of difference
Noun
  • When The News asked about the Yankees’ departures this offseason, past and present members of the organization described the exodus as a testament to the club.
    Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2025
  • At least until the spring, that is, when a new round of departures and 15 practices will provide new clarity.
    Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of departure
Noun
  • The population also shows a male bias, further reducing reproductive diversity.
    Samantha Dee, Sun Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
  • This diversity of thought can lead to competitive advantages in global markets.
    Salvador Ordorica, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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