divergence Definition

diverge
verb, intr diverged, diverging

1. To separate and go in different directions.

Thesaurus: split, part, fork, deviate, divide.
2. To differ.

Thesaurus: disagree, part company, conflict, dissent, differ, vary; Antonym: agree, compromise.

Derivative: divergence
noun

The fact of having different views or approaches
Thesaurus: difference, parting of the ways, dissension, variation, disparity, deviation, digression.

Derivative: divergent
adj

Differing or going in different directions
Thesaurus: separate, diverse, differing, conflicting, disagreeing, dissimilar, varying, deviating; Antonym: convergent.

Etymology: 17c: from Latin divergere, from vergere to turn.

Phrasal Verb: diverge from something

To depart or deviate (eg from a usual course).