deflection meaning and definition

DEFLECTION noun

Definition of deflection (noun)

1. a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting
   • synonyms: warp
2. the amount by which a propagating wave is bent
   • synonyms: deflexion, refraction
3. the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position
   • synonyms: deflexion
4. the property of being bent or deflected
   • synonyms: bending, deflexion
5. a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)
   • "a diversion from the main highway"; "a digression into irrelevant details"; "a deflection from his goal"
   • synonyms: deflexion, deviation, digression, divagation, diversion