French word

divergence

Pronunciation

IPA/divɛʁʒɑ̃s/

Meaning

  • feminine noundifference

Example

Il y a une divergence entre nos avis.

There is a difference of opinion between us.

Illustration for divergence (difference)

More examples

Nous avons constaté une divergence dans les résultats.

We noted a divergence in the results.

Core concept

A widening gap between views, positions, or accounts that once pointed together.

Common phrases

  • divergence d'opinion

    divergence of opinion

  • divergence de vues

    divergence of views

  • divergence d'intérêts

    divergence of interests

Similar words

désaccord: A conflict of opinions or ideas that prevents agreement.
différence: A way in which two or more things differ in nature or condition.

Definition in French

Écart ou différence entre des opinions, des positions ou des faits, indiquant un désaccord ou une séparation d'avis.

Word origin

French divergence developed from Latin divergere, formed from elements meaning apart and to turn or lean.

Usage tips

  • In everyday disagreement, désaccord is often more direct, while divergence has a more formal register.

Other meanings

  • disagreementnoun
  • divergencenoun

Opposites

Related words

  • divergerdivergeverb
  • divergentdivergentadjective

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