Definitions
- Describing a defensive move in fencing or sword fighting to deflect an opponent's attack. - Referring to a verbal response that avoids answering a question or criticism. - Talking about avoiding or redirecting a problem or challenge.
- Describing a physical action of changing the direction of an object or force. - Referring to a verbal response that redirects attention or blame away from oneself. - Talking about avoiding or diverting a problem or challenge.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve avoiding or redirecting something.
- 2Both can be used in physical and verbal contexts.
- 3Both require quick reflexes and strategic thinking.
- 4Both are defensive moves.
- 5Both can be used to gain an advantage over an opponent.
What is the difference?
- 1Action: Parry involves blocking or redirecting an attack, while deflect involves changing the direction of an object or force.
- 2Verb form: Parry is often used as a verb, while deflect can be used as both a verb and a noun.
- 3Connotation: Parry can imply a more active and intentional defense, while deflect can imply a more passive or unintentional avoidance.
- 4Usage: Parry is less common in everyday language than deflect, which is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
Remember this!
Parry and deflect are both defensive moves that involve avoiding or redirecting something. However, parry is more commonly associated with fencing or sword fighting and involves blocking or redirecting an attack, while deflect has a broader range of applications and involves changing the direction of an object or force. Additionally, parry can imply a more active and intentional defense, while deflect can imply a more passive or unintentional avoidance.
