diverge
Translation
to diverge, to branch off, to differ, to separate
Examples
The two roads diverge here.
The two roads diverge here.
Their opinions diverge on this issue.
Their opinions diverge on this issue.
Grammar Patterns
((from sth.)) to separate from another route The path diverges from the main road here.
((on sth.)) to have different opinions Our views diverge on this important topic.
Similar Words
Synonyms: separate, branch off, differ; Antonyms: converge, unite
Etymology
From Latin 'divergere', from 'di-' (apart) and 'vergere' (to turn, bend). Literally 'to turn in different directions'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'di-' meaning 'two'. Imagine a road 'verging' or turning into two separate paths.