Deformation
Deformation noun - The twisting of something out of its natural or normal shape or condition.
Refraction and deformation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Refraction" instead a noun "Deformation".
Refraction
Refraction noun - The change in direction of a propagating wave (light or sound) when passing from one medium to another.
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Synonyms for Refraction
Deformation and refraction are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deformation" instead a noun "Refraction".
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Refraction and Deformation. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 16, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/deformation/refraction
Deformation & Refraction. N.p., 2016. Web. 16 Aug. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/deformation/refraction>.
Refraction or Deformation. 2016. Accessed August 16, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/deformation/refraction.
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