DEVIATION

Definition

1. noun a variation that deviates from the standard or norm. — synonyms: divergence, departure, difference
2. noun the difference between an observed value and the expected value of a variable or function.
3. noun the error of a compass due to local magnetic disturbances.
4. noun deviate behavior. — synonyms: deviance
5. noun a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern). — synonyms: diversion, digression, deflection, deflexion, divagation