Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Deviates.
Deviates - as a noun
A person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
degenerate12deviant11pervert12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
miscreant13reprobate13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Deviates - as an adjective satellite
Markedly different from an accepted norm
Example: "Aberrant behavior"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aberrant10deviant11Deviates - as a verb
Turn aside; turn away from
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
divert10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
turn4Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The car deviates from its original path and veers into a ditch."
"His behavior often deviates from societal norms."
"The movie deviates from the original book in several significant ways."
"The athlete deviates from his usual training routine to try a new method."
"The company's stock price deviates drastically from market trends."
Word Game Points
Is DEVIATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deviates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEVIATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is DEVIATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deviates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEVIATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is DEVIATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deviates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEVIATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
