diversionist

noun

di·​ver·​sion·​ist də-ˈvər-zhə-nəst How to pronounce diversionist (audio)
dī-,
-shə-
1
: one engaged in diversionary activities
2
: one characterized by political deviation

Word History

Etymology

diversion + -ist entry 1, in part as translation of Russian diversánt

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of diversionist was in 1937

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“Diversionist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/diversionist. Accessed 21 Mar. 2023.

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