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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

diverge

IPA: /dɪˈvɜrdʒ/

KK: /dɪˈvɜrdʒ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To go in different directions from a common point or to become different from something else.

Example: The two paths diverge in the woods, leading to different destinations.

transitive verb

Definition: To cause something to move apart or go in different directions.

Example: The lens can diverge light rays to create a wider beam.

divergence

IPA: /dɪˈvɜːrdʒəns/

KK: /dɪˈvɜrdʒəns/

noun

Definition: The act or process of moving away from a common point or standard, resulting in differences or variations.

Example: The divergence in opinions among the team members led to a heated discussion.

divergency

IPA: /dɪˈvɜːrdʒənsi/

KK: /dɪˈvɜr.dʒən.si/

noun

Definition: The condition of moving apart or being different from something else.

Example: The divergency in their opinions led to a heated debate.

divergent

IPA: /dɪˈvɜːrdʒənt/

KK: /dɪˈvɜrdʒənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that is different or moving away from a common point or standard.

Example: The two scientists had divergent views on the best approach to the experiment.

divergently

IPA: /dɪˈvɜrdʒəntli/

KK: /dɪˈvɜrdʒəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows differences or moves apart from a common point.

Example: The two groups approached the problem divergently, leading to different solutions.

diverse

IPA: /dɪˈvɜːrs/

KK: /dɪˈvɜrs/

adjective

Definition: Having many different types or qualities; varied.

Example: The festival celebrated the diverse cultures of the community.

diverseness

IPA: /daɪˈvɜːrsnəs/

KK: /daɪˈvɜrsnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being different or varied from one another.

Example: The diverseness of cultures in the city makes it a vibrant place to live.

diversion

IPA: /dɪˈvɜːrʒən/

KK: /dɪˈvɜrʒən/

noun

Definition: An activity or thing that takes your attention away from what you are doing, often for enjoyment or relaxation.

Example: Watching a movie is a great diversion after a long day at work.

diversionary

IPA: /dɪˈvɜːrʒəˌnɛri/

KK: /dɪˈvɜrʒəˌnɛri/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that distracts or draws attention away from the main issue or concern.

Example: The politician used a diversionary tactic to shift focus from the scandal.

diversionist

IPA: /dɪˈvɜːrʒənɪst/

KK: /dɪˈvɜrʒənɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who participates in activities that distract or disrupt, often for political reasons.

Example: The diversionist organized protests to draw attention away from the main issues.

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