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divaricate

[dih-var-i-keyt]

divaricate Definition

  • 1to branch off in different directions
  • 2to spread apart
  • 3to diverge

Using divaricate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "divaricate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The road divaricates into two paths ahead.

  • Example

    The branches of the tree divaricate from the trunk.

  • Example

    The opinions of the committee members divaricate on this issue.

  • Example

    The two rivers divaricate at this point.

divaricate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for divaricate

Antonyms for divaricate

Phrases with divaricate

  • to deviate from the usual or expected behavior or pattern

    Example

    His actions divaricated from the norm, causing concern among his colleagues.

  • to split into two opposing groups or factions

    Example

    The debate divaricated into two camps, with each side presenting their arguments.

  • divaricate opinions

    to have differing or conflicting opinions

    Example

    The members of the committee divaricated in their opinions on the proposed policy.

Origins of divaricate

from Latin 'divaricatus', meaning 'spread apart'

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Summary: divaricate in Brief

The verb 'divaricate' [dih-var-i-keyt] means to branch off in different directions, spread apart, or diverge. It can be used to describe physical objects like roads and trees, as well as abstract concepts like opinions and ideas. Examples include 'The road divaricates into two paths ahead.' and 'The opinions of the committee members divaricate on this issue.'