deviating / different
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deviating / different
Different from the norm, a rule, a plan, or an expectation. Often used in the expression 'abweichend von' (deviating from / contrary to).
Abweichend von der ursprünglichen Planung treffen wir uns erst um 15 Uhr.
Contrary to the original plan, we will not meet until 3 p.m.
The word is the present participle of the separable verb 'abweichen' (to deviate). It is made up of 'ab' (away from something) and 'weichen' (to move away from a place). So the meaning is literally to 'move away' from a path or a norm.
Sein Verhalten weicht stark von der Norm ab.
His behavior deviates strongly from the norm.
'Abweichend' is almost always used with the preposition 'von' followed by the dative. This structure describes what something deviates from.
Abweichend von der Regel machen wir heute eine Ausnahme.
Contrary to the rule, we are making an exception today.
The word 'abweichend' (deviating / different) belongs more to formal language and is often used in official notices, contracts, or academic texts.
Abweichende Vereinbarungen bedürfen der Schriftform.
Deviating agreements must be made in writing.
different / differently
Anders generally describes something as not being the same. Abweichend is especially appropriate when a comparison with a norm, rule, plan, or expectation is intended. Anders is usually the natural choice for a mere difference; when something fails to meet a specification, abweichend is more precise.
Die gelieferte Ware ist abweichend von der bestellten Größe.
The delivered goods deviate from the ordered size.
Der neue Arbeitsplatz ist anders als mein früherer.
The new workplace is different from my former one.
