Definition

To turn aside. [Obs.] The redcross knight diverst, but forth rode Britomart. Spenser.

Other Definitions

This word also has 2 other definitions:

DIVERSE (adjective)

1. Different; unlike; dissimilar; distinct; separate. The word . . . is used in a sense very diverse from its original import. J. Edwards. Our roads a...

DIVERSE (adverb)

In different directions; diversely.