Deflection and Distortion

Deflection

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

Distortion and deflection are semantically related in deformation topic. In some cases you can use "Distortion" instead a noun "Deflection", when it comes to topics like sudden change.

Distortion

Distortion noun - The twisting of something out of its natural or normal shape or condition.
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Synonyms for Distortion

Deflection and distortion are semantically related in deformation topic. Sometimes you can use "Deflection" instead a noun "Distortion".

Nearby Words: distort, distorted, distorting, distorter, distortionless

How words are described

magnetic magnetic deflection magnetic distortion
less less deflection less distortion
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