Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
diversion
noun
/dɪˈvɜːrʒən/
Definition
A distraction or something that draws attention away from something else.
Examples
- Watching movies is a popular diversion for many people.
- The diversion of the river created a new landscape.
- She found reading a welcome diversion from her daily routine.
Meaning
The act of diverting or the state of being diverted; a change of course or direction; something that provides amusement or entertainment.
Synonyms
- distraction
- diversionary activity
- entertainment
- anomaly
- escape
