Entry Word: distraction

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 a state of mental uncertainty <in my distraction I forgot where I was> — see confusion 1
2 a state of wildly excited activity or emotion <driven to distraction by the constant screaming and bickering in the house> — see frenzy
3 the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public <a harmless distraction for children at the playground> — see entertainment 1