Synonyms

1. deviation
2. digression
3. deflection
4. deflexion
5. divagation

Sentence Examples

1. The momentary diversion is all it takes to change her mood and the painting is forgotten.
2. On the way home, as a diversion, we decided to stop off at the Swazi Sun Hotel and Spa in the Ezulwini Valley to have lunch and check out the spa.
3. This diversion is only practiced by those persons who are candidates for great employments and high favor at court.
4. Watching their indifferent acting skills, Waterstone decided that a diversion was needed urgently.
5. What she needs is a lift, a diversion, and fortunately he has just the thing.
6. There is likewise another diversion which is only shown before the emperor and empress, and first minister, upon particular occasions.
7. The JA conference in Nairobi was an energizing experience for Wendy and a diversion from her flurry of activity in Swaziland.
8. Part one of my plans was to create the fiery diversion I needed, which would make the entire city react violently and emotionally.
9. While he was thus reasoning and resolving with himself, a slardral, or gentleman usher, came from court, commanding my master to carry me immediately thither for the diversion of the queen and her ladies.
10. Since I was wide awake and needed a diversion from my so-called life, I readily agreed to cover a sick shift.