Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Deflects.
Deflects - as a verb
Prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening; to protect from or to keep away anything undesirable; to ward off
Example: "Let's avoid a confrontation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avert8avoid9debar8fend offforefend15forfend14head offobviate12stave offward offTurn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bend7turn awayTurn aside and away from an initial or intended course
Draw someone's attention away from something
Example: "The thief distracted the bystanders"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distract11Example Sentences
"The basketball player quickly deflects the opponent's shot."
"The shield deflects arrows during battle."
"The news anchor deftly deflects controversial questions."
"The goalie deflects the hockey puck with ease."
"The mirror deflects the sunlight into the room."
Word Game Points
Is DEFLECTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deflects is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEFLECTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is DEFLECTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deflects is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEFLECTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is DEFLECTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deflects is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEFLECTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
