deflect — to cause something to change direction by hitting it
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to cause something to change direction by hitting it
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈflekt/
Korean meaning: 방향을 바꾸다, 빗나가게 하다
Korean pronunciation: 디-플렉트 (강세: 플렉트)
Example Sentences
- My mom always deflects compliments about her cooking by saying 'I just followed the recipe.'
- The politician skillfully deflected every question about the scandal.
- He tried to deflect his girlfriend's anger by buying her favorite ice cream.
deflect
VERB//dɪˈflekt//
to cause something to change direction by hitting it
Goalkeeper deflects ball from goal
Deflect to protect, and let the shield reflect!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'deflectere', composed of the prefix 'de-' (away, down) and 'flectere' (to bend or turn). The word entered English in the late 16th century.
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📝Examples
“My mom always deflects compliments about her cooking by saying 'I just followed the recipe.'”
“The politician skillfully deflected every question about the scandal.”
“He tried to deflect his girlfriend's anger by buying her favorite ice cream.”
“The shield deflected the laser beam perfectly.”
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