What is divergent meaning?

Divergent meaning refers to the fact that a word or phrase can have more than one interpretation or definition, depending on the context in which it is used or the cultural background of the speaker or listener. For example, the word "bank" could refer to a financial institution, a slope along a river, or the act of tilting or turning sharply, among other things. This divergence of meaning can cause confusion or miscommunication if individuals are not aware of the different connotations that a particular term may have.