CHANGE OF DIRECTION Synonyms
There is 1 hypernym of the phrase change of direction. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for CHANGE OF DIRECTION
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reorientation | nounn | |||||||
noun • a fresh orientation; a changed set of attitudes and beliefs • the act of changing the direction in which something is oriented | ||||||||
alteration | nounn | |||||||
noun • an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another • the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment) • the act of revising or altering (involving reconsideration and modification) | ||||||||
detour | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a roundabout road (especially one that is used temporarily while a main route is blocked) verb • travel via a detour | ||||||||
deviation | nounn | |||||||
noun • a variation that deviates from the standard or norm • the difference between an observed value and the expected value of a variable or function • the error of a compass due to local magnetic disturbances • deviate behavior • a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern) | ||||||||
divert | verbv | |||||||
verb • turn aside; turn away from • send on a course or in a direction different from the planned or intended one • occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion • withdraw (money) and move into a different location, often secretly and with dishonest intentions | ||||||||
pivot | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the person in a rank around whom the others wheel and maneuver • axis consisting of a short shaft that supports something that turns • the act of turning on (or as if on) a pivot verb • turn on a pivot | ||||||||
reversal | nounn | |||||||
noun • a change from one state to the opposite state • an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating • turning in an opposite direction or position • a decision to reverse an earlier decision • a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was incorrect and should be set aside • turning in the opposite direction • the act of reversing the order or place of • a major change in attitude or principle or point of view | ||||||||
shift | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an event in which something is displaced without rotation • a qualitative change • the time period during which you are at work • the act of changing one thing or position for another • the act of moving from one place to another • (geology) a crack in the earth's crust resulting from the displacement of one side with respect to the other • a crew of workers who work for a specific period of time • the key on the typewriter keyboard that shifts from lower-case letters to upper-case letters • a woman's sleeveless undergarment • a loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders without a waist verb • make a shift in or exchange of • change place or direction • move around • move very slightly • move from one setting or context to another • change in quality • move and exchange for another • move sideways or in an unsteady way • move abruptly • use a shift key on a keyboard • change phonetically as part of a systematic historical change • change gears • lay aside, abandon, or leave for another | ||||||||
swerve | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the act of turning aside suddenly • an erratic deflection from an intended course verb • turn sharply; change direction abruptly | ||||||||
turn | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a circular segment of a curve • the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course • (game) the activity of doing something in an agreed succession • an unforeseen development • a movement in a new direction • the act of turning away or in the opposite direction • turning or twisting around (in place) • a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else) • (sports) a division of a game during which one team is on the offensive • a short performance that is part of a longer program • a favor for someone • taking a short walk out and back verb • to change orientation or direction • undergo a transformation or a change of position or action • undergo a change or development • cause to move around or rotate • change to the contrary • pass to the other side of • pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become • let (something) fall or spill from a container • move around an axis or a center • cause to move around a center so as to show another side of • to send or let go • to break and turn over earth especially with a plow • shape by rotating on a lathe or cutting device or a wheel • change color • twist suddenly so as to sprain • cause to change or turn into something different;assume new characteristics • accomplish by rotating • get by buying and selling • cause to move along an axis or into a new direction • channel one's attention, interest, thought, or attention toward or away from something • cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form • alter the functioning or setting of • direct at someone • have recourse to or make an appeal or request for help or information to • go sour or spoil • become officially one year older | ||||||||
veer | verbv | |||||||
verb • turn sharply; change direction abruptly • shift to a clockwise direction | ||||||||
redirection | nounn | |||||||
noun • The act of setting a new direction. • The automated process of taking a user to a location other than the one selected. |