To wander from an original line or path of travel.

Inflected Form(s):

Deviated (past tense), Deviates (current tense)

Comments:

Deviate differs from compensate in that deviate is more generic and can be change for any reason.

Synonym(s):

Deflect

Related Definition(s):

Deviate, Grab, Hold, Intent, Line, Lock, Maneuver, Method, Motion, Nullify, Parry, Path, Squeeze, Strike, Target, Trap, Travel, Vise-Like, Weapon

Related Term(s):

Collapsible Deflection, Colliding Forces, Line of Travel, Path of Travel