divergent
I. Adjective
1. (of lines, paths, or objects) moving away from each other.
2. tending to be different or develop in different directions.
3. diverging from a common point of origin.
II. Noun
1. a person or thing that diverges.
2. a different or distinct form or version.
III. Different Meanings and Word Differentiation
- Divergent (adjective): diverging, differing, disparate, distinct, varying, contrasting.
- Divergent (noun): deviant, maverick, nonconformist.
IV. Synonyms
- Different
- Disparate
- Contrasting
- Varying
- Distinct
V. Antonyms
- Convergent
- Similar
- Conforming
- Parallel
VI. Collins Dictionary Definition
adjective
- going in different directions
- deviating from the normal or expected course
- mathematics (of an infinite series) having no limit
noun
- a person or thing that diverges
- a different or distinct form or version
VII. Oxford Dictionary Definition
adjective
- tending to be different or develop in different directions
- diverging from each other
- mathematics (of a series) increasing indefinitely as more of its terms are added
noun
- someone or something that differs from a norm or standard
- a different version of something
VIII. Usage and Examples
- Their opinions on the matter are divergent. (Collins Dictionary)
- The paths of the two runners diverged as they reached the fork in the road. (Oxford Dictionary)
- The company's strategies started to diverge after the change in leadership. (Oxford Dictionary)
- Her divergent thinking led her to come up with unique solutions. (Collins Dictionary)
- The artist created divergent versions of the same painting. (Oxford Dictionary)
- His ideas on education are quite divergent from traditional methods. (Collins Dictionary)
- The divergent paths of the two political parties became evident during the debate. (Oxford Dictionary)
- The divergent opinions within the group made it difficult to reach a consensus. (Collins Dictionary)
- A divergent series does not have a finite sum. (Oxford Dictionary)
- The divergent nature of their interests led them to pursue different careers. (Collins Dictionary)
- She is known for her divergent fashion sense. (Collins Dictionary)
- The divergent paths of the river create a stunning landscape. (Oxford Dictionary)
- His divergent behavior in class often leads to disciplinary issues. (Collins Dictionary)
- The two artists took divergent approaches to expressing their emotions through art. (Oxford Dictionary)
- The divergent viewpoints of the committee members prolonged the decision-making process. (Collins Dictionary)
- The novel and its divergent film adaptation have gained widespread popularity. (Oxford Dictionary)
- The divergent cultures of the two countries were evident in their traditional cuisines. (Collins Dictionary)
- The divergent paths of the two political parties became evident during the debate. (Oxford Dictionary)
- The divergent interests of the siblings led them to pursue different career paths. (Collins Dictionary)
- The divergent series of events in the novel kept the readers engaged. (Oxford Dictionary)