deflect | Definition of deflect

Synonyms and Antonyms of deflect

to change the course or direction of (something)

the wind deflected the Frisbee just as I was about to lunge for it

Synonyms of deflect

divert, redirect, swing, turn, veer, wheel, whip

Words Related to deflect

avert, deviate, move, rechannel, shift, shunt, sidetrack, swerve, switch, transfer

swivel, twist, whirl, zigzag

bend, curve, sway

reverse, turn back