divergence

Definitions

The process or state of separating or moving in different directions from a common point.

A difference or variation in opinion, interest, or development.

A mathematical operation that measures the magnitude of a vector field's source or sink at a given point.

Examples

The divergence between the two political parties has become increasingly apparent over the last decade.

Scientists noted a significant divergence in the evolutionary paths of the two isolated bird populations.

There was a slight divergence in their opinions regarding the best strategy for the project.

Synonyms

separation disagreement deviation disparity difference variance dissension

Antonyms

convergence agreement conformity similarity union accord consensus