distraction
Translation
distraction, diversion, pastime
Examples
The noise was a constant distraction.
The noise was a constant distraction.
Playing games is a welcome distraction.
Playing games is a welcome distraction.
Grammar Patterns
a distraction ((from sth.)) Playing games is a distraction from work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: diversion, interruption, amusement; Antonyms: focus, concentration
Etymology
From Latin 'dis-' (apart) + 'tractio' (a drawing). An action that draws the mind apart or away.
Memory Tips
Think of it as an 'action' that 'dis-' (pulls apart) your attention from something.