diversion (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /daɪˈvɜːrʒən/

Definition

A change of course or direction; something that distracts attention from something else.

Examples

• The parade was a welcome diversion from the usual city bustle.

• His constant jokes served as a diversion during the long meeting.

• Police set up a diversion to keep cars away from the collapsed bridge.

How to Use diversion

diversion from (prepositional phrase)

Something that distracts from a main activity or situation. — "The music provided a pleasant diversion from his studies."

diversion to (prepositional phrase)

A change of route or direction. — "The road closure required a diversion to the next town."

Synonyms of diversion

Words with a similar meaning to diversion:

• detour
• distraction
• entertainment
• recreation

Antonyms of diversion

Words with the opposite meaning to diversion:

• attention
• focus

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