Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Deviate.
How to pronounce deviate:
UK
Deviate - as a noun
A person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
degenerate12deviant11pervert12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
miscreant13reprobate13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Deviate - as an adjective satellite
Markedly different from an accepted norm
Example: "Aberrant behavior"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aberrant10deviant11Deviate - as a verb
Turn aside; turn away from
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
divert10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
turn4Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She deviated from her usual routine and tried a new exercise class."
"The driver deviated from the prescribed route and took a shortcut."
"He tends to deviate from the main topic during his presentations."
"The artist deviated from his traditional style and experimented with abstract paintings."
"The company's stock price deviated significantly from the industry average."
Word Game Points
Is DEVIATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deviate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEVIATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is DEVIATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deviate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEVIATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is DEVIATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deviate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEVIATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
