Definitions
- Referring to a departure from a planned or expected course of action. - Talking about a change in direction or behavior that is different from what was originally intended. - Describing a shift or divergence from a standard or norm.
- Referring to a sudden change in direction or course. - Talking about a shift or turn away from a previous path or trajectory. - Describing a deviation from a straight line or intended path.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a change in direction or course.
- 2Both words can be used in a figurative sense to describe a shift in behavior or conversation.
- 3Both words imply a deviation from a previous path or trajectory.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Veer implies a sudden and sharp change in direction, while deviate can be more gradual or subtle.
- 2Direction: Veer suggests a change in direction to the left or right, while deviate can refer to a change in any direction.
- 3Cause: Veer often implies an external force causing the change in direction, while deviate can be caused by internal or external factors.
- 4Frequency: Deviate can suggest a repeated or ongoing pattern of change, while veer typically implies a one-time occurrence.
- 5Connotation: Deviate can have a neutral or negative connotation, while veer can have a more negative or alarming connotation.
Remember this!
While deviate and veer both describe a change in direction or course, there are differences in their intensity, direction, cause, frequency, and connotation. Veer implies a sudden and sharp change in direction, often caused by an external force, while deviate can be more gradual or subtle and can be caused by internal or external factors. Additionally, veer suggests a change in direction to the left or right, while deviate can refer to a change in any direction.
