deflection
de-flec-tion
noun
The act of turning something aside or changing its direction or course.
"A slight deflection sent the ball wide."
noun
An act of diverting attention or discussion away from a particular subject.
"His deflection avoided the awkward question."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: deflexion, bending, warp, refraction, digression, deviation, diversion, divagation