Deflection Meaning

There are 5 meaning(s) for word Deflection

Meaning 1 : the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position

    Synonyms : deflexion
Meaning 2 : the amount by which a propagating wave is bent

    Synonyms : deflexion,  refraction
Meaning 3 : a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting

    Synonyms : warp
Meaning 4 : a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)

    Example : a deflection from his goal

    Synonyms : deflexion,  deviation,  digression,  divagation,  diversion
Meaning 5 : the property of being bent or deflected

    Synonyms : bending,  deflexion


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