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- pronunciation:
- dih
straekt
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
distracts, distracting, distracted |
| definition 1: |
to draw away the attention of.
The radio distracted him from his work.- synonyms:
- divert
- similar words:
- amuse, disrupt, disturb, engage, entertain, occupy
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| definition 2: |
to disturb or upset.
The sad news distracted her, and she couldn't enjoy the party.- synonyms:
- agitate, disturb, worry
- similar words:
- torment, trouble, upset
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| related words: |
agitate |
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| derivations: |
distractible (adj.), distractive (adj.), distractingly (adv.) |
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