This is the 13043rd most frequent German word.
abgewichen
"Abgewichen" means "deviated" or "departed" (from a path, norm, or rule).
'abgewichen' is used here to describe a deliberate deviation from a predefined plan.
Die Schauspielerin hat vom Skript abgewichen, um es authentischer zu machen.
The actress deviated from the script to make it more authentic.
'abgewichen' is used here to indicate deviation from a planned path.
Der Zug ist von der geplanten Strecke abgewichen.
The train deviated from the planned route.
'abgewichen' is used here to denote not straying or changing one's opinion.