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DEFLEXION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Deflexion.

Deflexion - as a noun

The amount by which a propagating wave is bent

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deflectionrefraction

The movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deflection

The property of being bent or deflected

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bendingdeflection
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical property
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)

Example: "A diversion from the main highway"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deflectiondeviationdigressiondivagationdiversion
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
turnturning
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The deflexion of light occurs when it passes through a prism."
"The deflexion of the path by the obstruction caused the hiker to veer off course."
"The deflexion of the needle indicated a magnetic field nearby."
"The deflexion of the ball after hitting the wall changed its trajectory."
"The deflexion of the pendulum determined its period of oscillation."
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Word Game Points

Is DEFLEXION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deflexion is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEFLEXION has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is DEFLEXION a valid Words With Friends word?
No, deflexion is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
DEFLEXION is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is DEFLEXION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deflexion is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEFLEXION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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