Synonyms of diversions

diversions

noun

plural of diversion

1

as in entertainments

someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment

a scavenger hunt was organized as a diversion for the guests at the party

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

2

as in amusements

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

movies and television became two of the most popular and influential diversions of the 20th century

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

3

as in deviations

a turning away from a course or standard

carefully weighed testimony that did not contain the slightest diversion from the truth

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deviations
• departures
• detours
• deflections
• divergences
• divergencies
• regressions
• divagations
• reversions
• retrogressions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• adherences

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of diversions

These lavish retreats provided an escape from the city and the summer heat, a place for diversions like hunting and horseback riding, and enough land to build grand showpiece palaces and gardens. — Rick Steves, Washington Post, 9 Aug. 2026

Beyond the gates, the island offers a wealth of diversions, from golf at Apes Hill to trackside seats at the Sandy Lane Gold Cup. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2026

Since then, salmon returns have declined because of habitat loss, water diversions, migration barriers, invasive species, changing ocean conditions, and decades of overfishing. — Nicole Buss august 5, Sacbee.com, 5 Aug. 2026

But as before, diversions are costly and logistically complicated. — Ian Bremmer, Time, 31 July 2026

Their storylines are strong enough to keep audiences engaged even when convoluted subplots and unnecessary diversions bog down the main narrative between Judith and Debbie. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 15 July 2026

Outdoor diversions are plentiful, and include Pinnacle Park, spanning about 1,500 acres. — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026

Entertaining diversions, sports events and issues related to kids or even a romantic partner might put a strain on your pocketbook. — Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 7 July 2026

Yet, if ambition strikes, there are many worthy nearby diversions. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 July 2026