divergence
nounHow to pronounce divergence:
Definition of divergence:
- divergence (noun):
- a divergence from previous custom, rule, etc.
- a drawing apart (as of lines extending from a common center)
- the act of moving away in different direction from a common point.
Synonyms for divergence:
bifurcation
departure
deviation
difference
disagreement
discrepancy
disparity
dissimilarity
distinctiveness
divarication
divergency
diversity
parting of the ways
separation
variance
varying
Antonyms for divergence:
abidance
accord
acquiescence
affinity
agreement
alikeness
analogousness
analogy
approximation
assent
association
average
balance
belief
carelessness
closeness
coequality
coincidence
coming
common denominator
commonality
community
comparability
comparison
compatibility
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