Definition

The act of wandering away from a planned path or direction.

Example

His divagation from the main topic made the discussion confusing.

Conversation

I was thinking about our last meeting and how we ended up in a divagation about the project.

Yeah, it was funny how we strayed off topic for so long.

I guess it happens when we get excited about different ideas.

Definitely! Sometimes those divagations lead to the best solutions.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Divagation → It is formed from "di-" (meaning apart) and "vagari" (meaning to wander). The word describes the act of wandering apart or straying from a path.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wandering apart' — 'di-' means apart, and 'vagari' means to wander, which helps you remember that divagation refers to straying from a path.

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