Deflection — synonyms, definition

1. deflection (Noun)

8 synonyms
bending deflexion deviation digression divagation diversion refraction warp
5 definitions

deflection (Noun) — The property of being bent or deflected.

deflection (Noun) — The amount by which a propagating wave is bent.

deflection (Noun) — The movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position.

deflection (Noun) — A turning aside (of your course, attention or concern). ex. "a deflection from his goal"

deflection (Noun) — A twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting.

12 types of
aberrance aberrancy aberration bend bending deviance deviancy motion movement physical property turn turning
5 types
red herring refractiveness refractivity wind deflection windage