Definitions and Examples of diverge, separate, deviate
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To move or extend in different directions from a common point; to branch off.
Example
The two roads diverge at the end of the street, leading to different parts of the city.
To set apart or disconnect something from another; to divide or split up.
Example
The teacher asked the students to separate into groups for their project.
To depart or stray from a course, plan, or norm.
Example
The athlete was disqualified for deviating from the marked track during the race.
Key Differences: diverge vs separate vs deviate
- 1Diverge implies moving away from a common point or path, while converge implies moving towards it.
- 2Separate implies dividing or splitting something into distinct parts or entities, while converge implies bringing them together.
- 3Deviate implies departing from a course or plan, while converge implies following it towards a common point.
Effective Usage of diverge, separate, deviate
- 1Mathematics: Use converge and diverge to describe the behavior of sequences or series.
- 2Science: Use converge and diverge to describe the movement of light rays or sound waves.
- 3Business: Use converge and deviate to describe the alignment or deviation of strategies or goals.
Remember this!
The antonyms of converge are diverge, separate, and deviate. Use diverge to describe moving away from a common point, separate to describe dividing or splitting something, and deviate to describe departing from a course or plan. Use these words in mathematics, science, business, and other contexts to convey precise meanings.
