Distraction
Pronunciation: /dɪˈstrækʃən/
Distraction (noun)
- something that takes your attention away from what you are doing
- a state of being unable to think clearly due to too many things happening
- an activity that entertains or amuses you, taking your mind off worries
Examples
- The noise outside was a constant distraction during the meeting.
- A phone can be a major distraction while studying.
Common collocations: constant distraction, major distraction, cause a distraction, sense of distraction, in distraction