DEFLECT Synonyms

There are 26 synonyms of the word deflect. (exact relations)
There are 11 hypernyms of the word deflect. (close relations)

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Best Alternative Words for DEFLECT


Rank	Word	Save?	More Syns..	Usage	Type
1	avert				verbv
2	parry				verb, nounv, n
3	bounce				verb, nounv, n
4	deviate				verbv
5	divert				verbv
6	glance				verb, nounv, n
7	repel				verbv
8	ricochet				verb, nounv, n
9	shift				verb, nounv, n
10	sidetrack				verbv
11	turn				verb, nounv, n
12	veer				verbv
13	elude				verbv
14	avoid				verbv
15	bend				verb, nounv, n
16	block				verb, nounv, n
17	debar				verbv
18	distract				verbv
19	forefend				verbv
20	forfend				verbv

Best Hypernyms For DEFLECT

Here is a list of related hypernyms for deflect, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.

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Alternatives for AVERT

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