DEFLECTIONS
(noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Deflections.
Deflections - as a noun
A twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
warpThe movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deflexionThe property of being bent or deflected
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bendingdeflexionHypernyms (Closely Related)
physical propertyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)
Example: "A diversion from the main highway"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deflexiondeviationdigressiondivagationdiversionHypernyms (Closely Related)
turnturningHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The goalie made several impressive deflections to keep the opposing team from scoring."
"The basketball player's quick deflections prevented the other team from making easy shots."
"The tennis player's deflections forced her opponent to make errors."
"The martial artist used deflections to block her opponent's strikes."
"The seismic waves encounter numerous deflections as they travel through different layers of the Earth."
Word Game Points
Is DEFLECTIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deflections is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEFLECTIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is DEFLECTIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deflections is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEFLECTIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is DEFLECTIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deflections is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEFLECTIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
