Definition and Synonyms for Deviate

Definition of Deviate

1. A person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior Noun
2. Markedly different from an accepted norm Adjective Satellite
3. Turn aside; turn away from Verb
4. Be at variance with; be out of line with Verb
5. Cause to turn away from a previous or expected course Verb

deviance
Noun
derivation
2
1. deviate behavior
2. a state or condition markedly different from the norm
deviation
Noun
derivation
6
1. a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)
2. a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)
3. deviate behavior
4. the error of a compass due to local magnetic disturbances
5. the difference between an observed value and the expected value of a variable or function
6. a variation that deviates from the standard or norm
deviant
Noun
derivation
1
1. a person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable especially in sexual behavior
deviant
Adjective Satellite
derivation
1
1. markedly different from an accepted norm
conform
Verb
antonym
1
1. be similar, be in line with

Words Rhyme with deviate

Etymology for deviate