Synonyms of distraction

Noun


1. distraction, confusion, mental confusion, confusedness, muddiness, disarray

usage: mental turmoil; "he drives me to distraction"

2. distraction, inattention

usage: an obstacle to attention

3. beguilement, distraction, entertainment, amusement

usage: an entertainment that provokes pleased interest and distracts you from worries and vexations

4. distraction, misdirection, revision, alteration

usage: the act of distracting; drawing someone's attention away from something; "conjurers are experts at misdirection"

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Definition and meaning of distraction (Dictionary)