distractions

NOUN

having one's attention drawn away

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aberration complication confusion disturbance diversion interference interruption

STRONG

abstraction agitation amusement beguilement bewilderment commotion disorder dissipation engrossment entertainment frenzy game pastime perplexity preoccupation recreation

WEAK

divertissement

Antonyms

STRONGEST

calm order peace

STRONG

calmness labor profession task work

Example Sentences

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Distractions slow the reaction time of automated vehicle remote drivers by over five seconds, new research has shown.

From Science Daily • Nov. 21, 2024

Distractions fell away, leaving us quiet with our breath held in awe.

From New York Times • Apr. 10, 2024

Distractions don’t seem to be an issue, and there is no shortage of them.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 13, 2022

His cult image carried him through several action films such as Les Distractions and La Novice.

From BBC • Sep. 6, 2021

Distractions by the class.—Inattention, restlessness, and mischief are great sources of distraction from the class themselves.

From The Recitation by Betts, George Herbert