Synonyms for Deflect
Definition of deflect
- verb
- prevent the occurrence of; prevent from happening; "Let's avoid a confrontation"; "head off a confrontation"; "avert a strike"
- turn from a straight course, fixed direction, or line of interest
- turn aside and away from an initial or intended course
9 synonyms found
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