divergence

noun

1. the act of moving away in different direction from a common point

- an angle is formed by the divergence of two straight lines

Similar word(s): divergency

Definition categories: act, separation

2. a variation that deviates from the standard or norm

Similar word(s): departure, deviation, difference

Definition categories: event, fluctuation, variation

3. an infinite series that has no limit

Similar word(s): divergency

Definition categories: thought, series

4. a difference between conflicting facts or claims or opinions

- a growing divergence of opinion

Similar word(s): disagreement, discrepancy, variance

Definition categories: attribute, difference