deviate (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈdiːvi.eɪt/
Definition
To depart from an established course, norm, or principle.
Examples
Please do not deviate from the approved plan.
The speaker deviated from his prepared remarks to share a personal anecdote.
His behavior deviated significantly from what was expected of him.
How to Use deviate
- deviate from (prepositional phrase)
- To move away from a standard, course, or principle. — "The temperature deviated from the seasonal average."
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