1. A point or moment where two or more things separate, differ, or go in different directions
The point of divergence between the two political parties became clear during the debate.
O ponto de divergência entre os dois partidos políticos ficou evidente durante o debate.
2. In science fiction or alternate history, the moment at which history branches into different timelines
The assassination of the archduke was the point of divergence that led to World War I.
O assassinato do arquiduque foi o ponto de divergência que levou à Primeira Guerra Mundial.
3. A critical juncture where agreement breaks down and perspectives or paths differ
Their friendship had reached a point of divergence over fundamental values.
A amizade deles havia chegado a um ponto de divergência sobre valores fundamentais.