Synonyms of divergence

divergence

noun

də-ˈvər-jən(t)s 

1

as in divergency

a movement in different directions away from a common point

a growing divergence of opinion about that U.S. president's place in history

Synonyms & Similar Words

• divergency
• difference
• diversity
• bifurcation
• separation
• parting of the ways
• disagreement
• disparity
• discrepancy
• dissimilarity
• divarication
• distinctiveness
• distinctness
• dissidence
• unlikeness
• distinction
• disparateness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• convergence
• agreement
• similarity
• accord
• likeness

2

as in deviation

a turning away from a course or standard

any divergence from the community's strict moral code was met with social ostracism

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deviation
• departure
• detour
• deflection
• divergency
• diversion
• regression
• reversion
• divagation
• retrogression

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• adherence

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of divergence

The reasons for the divergence were not analyzed but indicate varying discounts for different types of drugs. — Ed Silverman, STAT, 20 Oct. 2026

This divergence has been especially pronounced since the start of the conflict with Iran in February 2026, which has pushed up the global price of oil. — Markus Schneider, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 2026

Altman’s distinction marks another divergence between OpenAI and Anthropic, who until recently had appeared broadly aligned in calling for stronger regulation of advanced AI. — Robert Hart, The Verge, 5 Oct. 2026

Gray expects a similar divergence across white-collar industries, particularly as companies move from business models built around selling seats, labor or access toward models increasingly defined by outcomes. — Brian Solis, Forbes.com, 5 Oct. 2026