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diversion

[dih-vur-zhuhn, -shuhn, dahy-] / dɪˈvɜr ʒən, -ʃən, daɪ- /
NOUN
change in a course, path
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aberration departure detour deviation
STRONG
alteration deflection digression divergence turning variation
WEAK
fake out red herring
NOUN
entertainment, recreation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
amusement distraction fun pastime pleasure
STRONG
ball beguilement delectation delight dissipation enjoyment frivolity game gratification grins hoopla laughs levity merry-go-round picnic play relaxation relish sport whoopee
WEAK
disport divertissement field day fun and games high time
Antonyms
STRONGEST
work
STRONG
seriousness
WEAK
chore task vocation

Example Sentences

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Equities markets will be closed for the Good Friday holiday, but the Bureau of Labor Statistics will release its all-important jobs report Friday, perhaps offering some diversion from Middle East headlines.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

He is reportedly seeking to file a motion for diversion.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

“Verifying the end uses and end users of products sold by companies like Super Micro remains a challenge, and diversion through Southeast Asian intermediaries continues to be a recurring issue.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 21, 2026

What starts out as a seemingly harmless diversion quickly becomes a trap.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

The precious firm footing made it the fastest route north, despite the diversion.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.