Synonyms for

Diverge

Verb / dɪˈvɜ:dʒ / Another word for diverge — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To move or extend in different directions from a common point.

Synonyms & similar words

deviate depart conform vary converge split deviate separate fork divaricate divagate veer turn depart digress stray swerve vary diversify disperse scatter spread radiate

Example sentences

  1. The two roads diverged in a wood.
  2. The opinions of the students diverged on the topic of the book.
  3. The paths of the river diverged near the delta.
  4. The group diverged into different teams for the project.
  5. Their goals began to diverge as they continued to work together.

Quotes

  • Two roads diverged in a wood, and I - I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference. - Robert Frost
  • The difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has its limits. - Unknown
  • The farther backward you can look, the farther forward you can see. - Winston Churchill

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