Defection and Deviation

Defection

Defection noun - Withdrawing support or help despite allegiance or responsibility.
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Deviation and defection are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Deviation" instead a noun "Defection".

Deviation

Deviation noun - A turning away from a course or standard.

Defection and deviation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Defection" instead a noun "Deviation".

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massive massive defection massive deviation
false false defection false deviation
temporary temporary defection temporary deviation
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