↔️divergent

adjective
/daɪˈvɜːrdʒənt/

Meaning

Tending to be different or to develop in different directions.
Tending to be different or develop in different directions
Different from normal trends or paths.

Example Sentences

The two scientists had divergent opinions on the outcome of the experiment.

Divergent policies create challenges in collaboration.

Their divergent opinions led to an interesting discussion.

Example Expressions

divergent paths

Synonyms

different, varying, disparate, conflicting, diverse, differing, contrasting, deviating
Entry 1
different, varying, disparate, conflicting, diverse
Entry 2
differing, contrasting
Entry 3
differing, contrasting, deviating

Antonyms

similar, convergent, aligned, alike
Entry 1
similar, convergent, aligned
Entry 2
similar, alike
Entry 3
convergent, similar, aligned

Collocations

divergent views, divergent opinions, divergent paths, divergent thinking

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