Thesaurus --synonyms for deflect.

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Synonyms for "deflect" include turn, divert, swerve, and avert, which describe changing a course, while words like parry, repel, and ward off relate to blocking or defending against something. Other related terms include redirect, deviate, bend, and ricochet.

Synonyms for "deflect"

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Changing direction turn, swing, divert, redirect, veer, shift, swerve, bend, curve, pivot, deviate, zigzag, whisk, whip

Blocking or defending parry, repel, ward off, fend off, block, thwart, prevent, avoid, guard against

Bouncing off ricochet, bounce, carom, glance off

Avoiding or sidestepping sidestep, evade, dodge, bypass, head off, side track

Overthrowing or defeating repel, repulse, drive back, beat back, frustrate, foil