deflected

[dih-flek-tid] / dɪˈflɛk tɪd /

VERB

bounce off; turn aside

Synonyms

STRONGEST

avert bend cover up divert hook pivot ricochet slip swerve veer whip

STRONG

curve deviate disperse diverge fend parry sheer shy sidetrack slew twist wheel whirl wind

WEAK

glance off hold off keep off volte-face

Antonyms

STRONGEST

stay straighten

Example Sentences

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At his first Fed meeting as chairman, Warsh shortened the Fed’s policy statement, declined to submit an interest rate forecast and deflected some questions on economic and policy matters to newly established task forces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

Then, in the 43rd minute, defender Alex Freeman headed home a deflected shot to give the Americans complete control heading into the half.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

Scotland got their first World Cup win since 1990 as John McGinn's deflected strike gave them a 1-0 win against Haiti.

From Barron's • Jun. 14, 2026

The ball skidded against the dirt and deflected off the base over Bryce Harper’s head.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

I deflected her by holding Mr. Whiskers between us.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson