What does deviation mean?

a departure from an expected route, rule, or behaviour the difference between a measurement and a reference value

How is deviation pronounced?

UK /ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən/, US /ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən/.

/ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən/

CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #5825 in the learning path

偏离；背离

n. a departure from an expected route, rule, or behaviour

偏离；背离

n. the difference between a measurement and a reference value

偏差

A small deviation from our route revealed a quiet beach.

我们稍稍偏离原定路线，发现了一片安静的海滩。

Any significant deviation from established safety procedures should be investigated to prevent accidents in the workplace.

任何严重偏离既定安全程序的行为都应得到调查，以防止工作场所事故。

常用 deviation from；standard deviation 是“标准差”。

What does deviation mean?: a departure from an expected route, rule, or behaviour the difference between a measurement and a reference value
How is deviation pronounced?: UK /ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən/, US /ˌdiːviˈeɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.