divergence Meaning & Definition
What Does Divergence Mean?
Divergence is used as a noun meaning The state or degree of being divergent: of diverging. It is also used to mean The operator which maps a function F=(F1, ... Fn) from a n-dimensional vector space to itself to the function ∑i=1n∂Fi∂xi.
Word Facts for Divergence
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //daɪˈvɜː(ɹ)d͡ʒəns// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | discrepancy, deviation and departure |
| Plural | divergences |
Divergence Definition (Noun)
- The state or degree of being divergent: of diverging.
An angle is made by the divergence of straight lines.
- The operator which maps a function F=(F1, ... Fn) from a n-dimensional vector space to itself to the function ∑i=1n∂Fi∂xi.
- Disagreement; difference.
- The process in which two or more populations accumulate genetic changes (mutations) through time.
Synonyms of Divergence
Divergence synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Divergence
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Divergence in a Sentence
An angle is made by the divergence of straight lines.
Word Forms & Grammar
divergence (countable and uncountable, plural divergences)
Words That Rhyme With Divergence
Origin of Divergence
By surface analysis, diverge + -ence.
Pronouncing Divergence
You say divergence as //daɪˈvɜː(ɹ)d͡ʒəns//. It has 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Divergence
What part of speech is divergence?
Divergence is a noun.
What is another word for divergence?
Close synonyms of divergence are discrepancy, deviation and departure. See the full list of divergence synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of divergence?
The plural of divergence is divergences.