Meaning & Definition of word "Swerve"

Swerve

/swɜːrv/

1. a sharp turn or deviation from a straight path.
- Example: The swerve of the car was so sudden that it took everyone by surprise.
2. a change in direction, sometimes unexpected.
- Example: The unexpected swerve of the conversation caught her off guard.

1. to turn aside sharply; to change direction suddenly.
- Example: The driver had to swerve to avoid hitting the deer that jumped onto the road.
2. to deviate from a course or purpose.
- Example: During the debate, the candidate swerved from the main topic and started discussing unrelated issues.

Middle English 'swerfen', derived from Old English 'sweorfan' meaning to turn or curve.

swerve to avoid:

to change direction suddenly to avoid something

swerve off course:

to deviate from the intended path or plan

veer:

to change direction suddenly

diverge:

to move or extend in different directions from a common point

Meaning: To abruptly stop engaging in a conversation or interaction.

Example Sentence: He totally swerved her when she tried to talk.

Meaning: To avoid someone or something, often used in social scenarios.

Example Sentence: I had to swerve my ex at the party.