diversion
/daɪˈvɜːʃən/ · /daɪˈvɝːʒən/
CEFR level C1Topic CityWord #6024 in the learning path
改道；转移
Definitions
n. A change in the route or use of something.
改道；转移
n. Something that draws attention away from another activity or concern.
分散注意力的事物
n. An enjoyable activity that provides a break from routine.
消遣；娱乐
Example
The road diversion took us past a beautiful lake.
道路改道让我们经过了一个美丽的湖泊。
The diversion of public funds away from education could limit opportunities for children in disadvantaged communities.
将公共资金从教育领域挪作他用，可能会限制弱势社区儿童的机会。
Collocations
- a traffic diversion
- the diversion of funds
- create a diversion
- a welcome diversion
Word family
- divert (v.)
- diverting (adj.)
Usage tip
英式英语中可指道路改道；美式常用detour。
FAQ
- What does diversion mean?
- A change in the route or use of something. Something that draws attention away from another activity or concern. An enjoyable activity that provides a break from routine.
- How is diversion pronounced?
- UK /daɪˈvɜːʃən/, US /daɪˈvɝːʒən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
