Deviate from Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To do something differently from what is expected or usual, or to move away from a set path, rule, or plan.
Usage & Nuances
Somewhat formal or technical. Common in academic, business, and legal contexts (e.g., 'deviate from the norm', 'deviate from standard procedure'). Suggests a conscious or noticeable difference from rules or expectations.
Spanish: apartarse de - desviarse dePortuguese (BR): desviar-se dePortuguese (PT): desviar-se deChinese (Simplified): 偏离Chinese (Traditional): 偏離Hindi: से भटकना - से अलग होनाArabic: ينحرف عن - يبتعد عنBengali: বিচ্যুত হওয়া - পথভ্রষ্ট হওয়াRussian: отклоняться отJapanese: 〜から逸脱するVietnamese: lệch khỏi - đi chệch khỏiKorean: ~에서 벗어나다 - ~에서 일탈하다Turkish: -den sapmakUrdu: سے ہٹ جانا - منحرف ہوناIndonesian: menyimpang dari
Example Sentences
You must not deviate from the instructions.
basic
The results deviate from the expected pattern.
basic
He never deviates from his daily routine.
basic
If you deviate from the recipe, it might not taste right.
natural
Don’t deviate from the plan unless absolutely necessary.
natural
She’s not afraid to deviate from the norm and try something new.
natural