divergent

/daɪˈvɜrdʒənt/
adjective
  1. Moving or extending in different directions from a common point.
    • The divergent branches of the tree created a wide canopy.
    • Divergent rays of light spread out from the flashlight.
    • The divergent paths led to opposite sides of the forest.
  2. Different or developing in different ways; not agreeing.
    • The two scientists had divergent theories about climate change.
    • Their divergent opinions made it hard to reach a decision.
    • The siblings chose divergent career paths—one became a doctor, the other an artist.
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