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- [dih-vur-ting, dahy-]
- /dɪˈvɜr tɪŋ, daɪ-/
- /daɪˈvɜːt/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [dih-vur-ting, dahy-]
- /dɪˈvɜr tɪŋ, daɪ-/
Definitions of diverting word
- adjective diverting serving to divert; entertaining; amusing. 1
- verb with object diverting to turn aside or from a path or course; deflect. 1
- verb with object diverting British. to route (traffic) on a detour. 1
- verb with object diverting to draw off to a different course, purpose, etc. 1
- verb with object diverting to distract from serious occupation; entertain or amuse. 1
- verb without object diverting to turn aside; veer: It is sad to see so much talent divert to trivial occupations. 1
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Origin of diverting
First appearance:
before 1645 One of the 44% oldest English words
First recorded in 1645-55; divert + -ing2
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Parts of speech for Diverting
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
diverting popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
diverting usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for diverting
adj diverting
adjective diverting
- distracting — Preventing concentration or diverting attention; disturbing.
- fantasy — imagination, especially when extravagant and unrestrained.
- amusing — Someone or something that is amusing makes you laugh or smile.
noun diverting
- alienation — a turning away; estrangement
Antonyms for diverting
adjective diverting
- realistic — interested in, concerned with, or based on what is real or practical: a realistic estimate of costs; a realistic planner.
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