Distraction
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /dɪsˈtɹæk.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Distraction is a noun meaning Something that distracts.
Meaning
Something that distracts.
More Meanings
- The process of being distracted.
- Perturbation; disorder; disturbance; confusion.
- Mental disarray; a deranged state of mind; insanity.
- (medicine, archaic) Traction so exerted as to separate surfaces normally opposed.
Example Sentences
The incessant nightmares drove him to distraction.
Poking one's eye is a good distraction from a hurting toe.
At last the Duke of Anjou arrived, dressed, as his brother said, to distraction.
We have to reduce distraction in class if we want students to achieve good results.
Word Forms
- distractions
Synonyms for distraction
Depending on context, synonyms include beguilement.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include beguilement, disarray, confusion, diversionary, mess, harassment.
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