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Definition of Divergent
1. Adjective. Diverging from another or from a standard. "A divergent opinion"
2. Adjective. Tending to move apart in different directions.
Exact synonyms: Diverging
Similar to: Branching, Radiating
Also: Oblique
Antonyms: Convergent
Derivative terms: Diverge, Diverge, Divergence, Divergency
Similar to: Branching, Radiating
Also: Oblique
Antonyms: Convergent
Derivative terms: Diverge, Diverge, Divergence, Divergency
Definition of Divergent
1. a. Receding farther and farther from each other, as lines radiating from one point; deviating gradually from a given direction; -- opposed to convergent.
Definition of Divergent
1. [adj]
Medical Definition of Divergent
1. Separated from one another, having tips further apart than the bases. (09 Oct 1997)