veer (Meaning)
veer (v)
turn sharply; change direction abruptly
shift to a clockwise direction
veer (v. i.)
To change direction; to turn; to shift; as, wind veers to the west or north.
veer (v. t.)
To direct to a different course; to turn; to wear; as, to veer, or wear, a vessel.
Synonyms & Antonyms of veer
veer Sentence Examples
- The ship veered sharply to the right, avoiding a collision.
- The wind veered suddenly, changing the direction of the sails.
- The compass needle veered slightly, indicating a shift in the magnetic field.
- The road veered off to the side, leading to a scenic overlook.
- The debate veered into controversial territory, sparking intense discussion.
- The conversation veered off-topic, much to the chagrin of the hosts.
- The aircraft veered dangerously close to the ground, narrowly avoiding disaster.
- The political climate veered sharply towards polarization, dividing the nation.
- The ship veered off course due to a faulty navigation system.
- The path veered through a dense forest, leading to an unknown destination.
FAQs About the word veer
turn sharply; change direction abruptly, shift to a clockwise directionTo change direction; to turn; to shift; as, wind veers to the west or north., To direct t
deviate, turn,swing, diverge, sheer, wheel, swerve, double (back),detour, zigzag
straighten, straighten,,
The ship veered sharply to the right, avoiding a collision.
The wind veered suddenly, changing the direction of the sails.
The compass needle veered slightly, indicating a shift in the magnetic field.
The road veered off to the side, leading to a scenic overlook.
