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View synonyms for distraction
distraction
[ dih-strak-shuhn ]
noun
- the act of distracting.
- the state of being distracted. distracted.
- mental distress or derangement:
That child will drive me to distraction.
- that which distracts, divides the attention, or prevents concentration:
The distractions of the city interfere with my studies.
- that which amuses, entertains, or diverts; amusement; entertainment:
Fishing is his major distraction.
- division or disorder caused by dissension; tumult.
distraction
/ dɪˈstrækʃən /
noun
- the act or an instance of distracting or the state of being distracted
- something that serves as a diversion or entertainment
- an interruption; an obstacle to concentration
- mental turmoil or madness
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