Synonyms for

Diverted

Verb / daɪˈvɜ:tɪd / / dɪˈvɜ:tɪd / Another word for diverted — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To change the direction or use of something.

Synonyms & similar words

divert amuse hiveoff disport deviate entertained amused redirected rerouted switched deflected distracted entertained sidetracked rechanneled reoriented whirled amused occupied preoccupied deviated veered

Synonyms by register

Formal

redirected rerouted channeled deflected

Informal

changed course sent another way switched

Literary

averted turned aside swerved

Antonyms

continued persisted unaltered straight direct original uninterrupted

Common collocations

  • diverted traffic
  • diverted attention
  • diverted funds
  • diverted the course
  • diverted from its path
  • diverted the river
  • diverted the conversation

Word family

noun diversion
verb divert
adjective diverted
adverb divertedly

Usage note

Often used to describe the redirection of traffic, attention, or funds. Can imply a deliberate change of course or a natural deviation.

Example sentences

  1. I diverted the river to irrigate my farm.
  2. The teacher diverted the children's attention from the noisy construction outside the classroom.
  3. The pilot diverted the flight to a nearby airport due to bad weather.
  4. She diverted her savings to buy a new car.
  5. The company diverted funds to support a charity.

Quotes

  • The stream diverted will soon find a new course.
  • Anger is an expensive luxury in which only men of certain income can indulge.
  • It is very diverting to engage in the chase of something that is elusive and never quite within your grasp.

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