##  [Divergence (Nonconvergence)](/index.php/divergence-nonconvergence) 

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Definition

The behaviour of a sequence, series, iterative method, or algorithm that fails to approach a finite limit or the intended solution; divergence may take the form of unbounded growth, persistent oscillation without settling, or convergence to a wrong attractor.