Synonyms of deflection

deflection

noun

di-ˈflek-shən 

as in deviation

a turning away from a course or standard

a stern father who would not tolerate the slightest deflection from the strict moral code that he imposed on his children

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deviation
• departure
• detour
• divergence
• diversion
• divergency
• regression
• reversion
• divagation
• retrogression

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• adherence

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of deflection

The home team turned it on during a sparkling first half and took the lead in the 32nd minute when Ao Tanaka’s shot from the edge of the box took a double deflection to bamboozle Newcastle keeper Lukas Hornicek. — ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026

Dickison said his deflections were the result of a trend the Mariners picked up on film. — Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 5 Sep. 2026

Luciano Ortega had 10 tackles and a fumble recovery, while Marco Mejia had six tackles and six pass deflections. — John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Sep. 2026

Angel City regained the lead with Chilufya’s first goal that got a slight deflection before getting past goalkeeper Laurel Ivory in the 14th minute. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026