Synonyms of distractions

distractions

noun

plural of distraction

1

as in confusions

a state of mental uncertainty

in my distraction I forgot where I was

Synonyms & Similar Words

• confusions
• fogs
• tangles
• perplexities
• bewilderments
• discomforts
• puzzlements
• mystifications
• mazes
• distresses
• embarrassments
• discombobulations
• agitations
• bafflements
• muddles
• bamboozlements
• bemusements
• head-scratchings
• perturbations
• befuddlements
• mortifications
• disturbances
• turmoils
• dismays
• whirls
• disquiets
• upsets
• discomfitures
• commotions
• chagrins
• abashments
• flurries
• disconcertments
• dithers
• flusters
• bothers
• fusses
• stews

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• assurances
• convictions
• certainties
• confidences
• certitudes

2

as in entertainments

the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public

the founder of a recovery program who doesn't view gambling as a harmless distraction for people of modest means

Synonyms & Similar Words

• entertainments
• amusements
• diversions
• recreations
• enjoyments
• productions
• joys
• shows
• presentations
• gratifications
• performances
• relaxations
• satisfactions
• delights
• spectacles
• presentments
• mirths
• exhibitions
• nightlifes
• delectations
• reliefs
• escapisms

3

as in diversions

someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment

a harmless distraction for children at the playground

Synonyms & Similar Words

• diversions
• delights
• entertainments
• recreations
• fun
• pleasures
• activities
• picnics
• divertissements
• festivities
• escapes
• pastimes
• gaieties
• larks
• revelries
• revels
• merrymakings
• gambols
• games
• hilarities
• romps
• screams
• frolics
• revelings
• convivialities
• jollities
• riots
• jollifications
• time killers
• binges
• sprees
• flings
• whoopees
• laughs
• rollicks

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• bores
• downers
• bummers
• drags
• killjoys
• party poopers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of distractions

Create focused environments, such as study areas in your home, that are free from distractions. — Stephanie Ganz, Parents, 4 July 2026

As the evening progressed, however, the noise died down, and the makeshift set at the base of the Statue of Liberty sprung into action, securing a performance without distractions. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2026

Mexico’s primetime meeting with England was all but designed to serve up big TV numbers, as the Sunday night slot is largely unobstructed by potential audience-spoiling distractions. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 2 July 2026

At the time of its passing, state officials had expressed concerns about how students’ wellbeing could be harmed because of excessive phone use or cause distractions in their learning. — Paris Barraza, USA Today, 1 July 2026

The point was for Emerson, also a shortstop, to pick the Kansas City Royals superstar’s brain about the distractions headed his way. — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 1 July 2026

A lot of schools require them to use laptops, which introduce similar distractions. — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 1 July 2026

Spectators should silence their phones near the court To further reduce distractions, Wimbledon's official 2026 Ticket Holder Handbook lists cell phone rules attendees should abide by while watching matches. — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026

Police in Burr Ridge, Illinois, issued a warning Tuesday about burglars using distractions to break into homes. — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 30 June 2026