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deviation

[ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən]

deviation Definition

  • 1the action of departing from an established course or accepted standard
  • 2the amount by which a single measurement or observation differs from a fixed value such as the mean

Using deviation: Examples

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

  • Example

    The company's deviation from its original business plan led to its downfall.

  • Example

    The deviation in the test results indicated a problem with the equipment.

  • Example

    The athlete's performance showed a deviation from his usual level of skill.

deviation Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for deviation

Antonyms for deviation

Phrases with deviation

  • a measure of the amount of variation or dispersion of a set of values from the mean

    Example

    The standard deviation of the test scores was higher than expected.

  • a departure from what is considered typical or normal

    Example

    His behavior was a clear deviation from the norm.

  • a departure from what is true or accurate

    Example

    The politician's statement was a clear deviation from the truth.

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Summary: deviation in Brief

Deviation [ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən] refers to the act of departing from an established course or accepted standard, or the amount by which a single measurement or observation differs from a fixed value such as the mean. Examples include a company's deviation from its original business plan, or an athlete's performance showing a deviation from their usual level of skill. Phrases like 'standard deviation' and 'deviation from the norm' are commonly used in statistical analysis and everyday language.