Diversion

Pronunciation: /daɪˈvɜːrʒən/

Diversion (noun)

  1. something that entertains or relaxes you, like a game or hobby.
  2. a change in the path or direction of something, like traffic.
  3. an action that takes attention away from something important.

Examples

  • Reading a book can be a pleasant diversion.
  • Playing games is a great diversion from work.

Common collocations: enjoy a diversion, pleasant diversion, cause a diversion, set up a diversion, create a diversion

Synonyms of Diversion

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Diversion

  • When discussing attention or concentration.