noun (n)

• a twist or aberration; especially a perverse or abnormal way of judging or acting(noun.state)

  Synonym:
  warp
  

  source: wordnet30
• the amount by which a propagating wave is bent(noun.event)

  Synonym:
  deflexion, refraction
  

  source: wordnet30
• the movement of the pointer or pen of a measuring instrument from its zero position(noun.event)

  Synonym:
  deflexion
  

  source: wordnet30
• the property of being bent or deflected(noun.attribute)

  Synonym:
  bending, deflexion
  

  source: wordnet30
• a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)(noun.act)

  Example:
  A deflection from his goal.
  

  Synonym:
  deflexion, deviation, digression, divagation, diversion
  

  source: wordnet30
• The act of turning aside, or state of being turned aside; a turning from a right line or proper course; a bending, esp. downward; deviation.(noun)

  source: webster1913