DIVERTING Synonyms: 177 Similar and Opposite Words

diverting 1 of 2

adjective

də-ˈvər-tiŋ

Definition of diverting

as in amusing

providing amusement or enjoyment some tall and diverting tales were told by the festival's roving storyteller

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diverting

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verb

present participle of divert

as in entertaining

to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied a light comedy to divert the tired business executive

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as in turning

to change the course or direction of (something) the bike race was diverted around the construction zone

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as in distracting

to draw the attention or mind to something else trying to divert the child with a toy while the doctor was giving her a shot

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Recent Examples of diverting

Adjective

But you were also treated to a diverting and delightful narrative, rich with insider’s lore. — BostonGlobe.com, 26 July 2021 The plan also would call for constant testing of players and staff, which could mean diverting resources from public health care. — Nick Piecoro, azcentral, 6 Apr. 2020 Both popular and science media show an outsized fondness for brain imaging studies, inspiring much work more diverting than informative. — David Dobbs, WIRED, 4 July 2006

Verb

The producer, Marisa Polvino, accuses her former partners of breach of contract and fraud for allegedly diverting the project’s rights and development assets away from her production company. — Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 26 Oct. 2026 That helped overcome opposition from local residents who complained that diverting vehicles from Oxford Street would clog their neighborhoods with traffic. — Danica Kirka, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2026 The shenanigans ultimately prove slight but undeniably diverting. — Thomas Floyd, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026 Advocates also warned these programs entwine government and religion by diverting taxpayer money to Christian schools. — ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026 At the time, RTCM said the deal would expand its capacity and support a goal of diverting 100 million pounds of textiles from landfills annually. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026 But those emergency defenses have come at a cost, diverting money from races Republicans once hoped to win and forcing national groups to narrow the map elsewhere. — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026 Authorities had closed four eastbound lanes, diverting traffic into the far-right lane. — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 14 Oct. 2026 The Senate Leadership Fund is spending $14 million in Kansas, diverting resources away from a North Carolina Senate race after Democrats pulled ahead in polling. — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 14 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for diverting

Adjective

Still, the episodes move along so fast and the bursts of talent emerge with enough frequency that Minimum Wage makes for an amusing, energetic, instantly disposable binge.

— Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 26 Oct. 2026
Some participants appreciate the light-hearted and good-natured humor, expressing gratitude and finding it timely and amusing.

— Edith Pritchett, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of amusing

Verb

Keep scrolling to shop our ultimate Thanksgiving hosting guide, featuring cooking essentials, entertaining must haves, table decor and more.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026
The book celebrates the family's Southern, Sicilian and Cajun roots with recipes, entertaining tips and treasured traditions designed to bring loved ones together.

— Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of entertaining

Verb

America must become better at turning breakthrough ideas into products the world can afford.

— Rick Lazio, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
On October 24, 2006, Taylor Swift was released—the debut album by a 16-year-old with blonde curls, cowboy boots, and a special talent for turning heartbreak into hits.

— Ilaria Perrotta, Vanity Fair, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of turning

Verb

As a result, your mind is always searching for the next project to tackle or problem to solve, distracting you while hanging out with family or keeping you from sleeping.

— Melody Wilding, Contributor, CNBC, 20 Oct. 2026
The compelling series achieves a provocative dissection of it all with rare confidence without the overindulgence of distracting CGI tossed in for sheer spectacle.

— Jeff Spry, Space.com, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of distracting

Verb

The two dashing newcomers have since been regaling the Georgia Aquarium’s existing belugas, a quartet of females*, with tales of their peregrinations.

— AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 17 Aug. 2026
One morning earlier this week, Thomas Lupo, the president and CEO of the American Wood Column Corporation, was in his office regaling two young entrepreneurs with tales of his 110-year-old family business.

— Anne Kadet, Curbed, 12 June 2026

Definition of regaling

Verb

Gomez advocates redirecting funding away from Immigration and Customs Enforcement, while Gonzales-Torres calls for abolishing ICE.

— Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
The original plan changed because of substantial delays caused by global conflicts and suppliers redirecting their resources towards military products, including drones and missiles.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of redirecting

Adjective

By redesigning the work product—an important element of the daily routines—work became more enjoyable for the employees.

— Deborah Lovich, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2026
Once night falls and the Delta breeze carries away any remaining daytime warmth, climbing becomes a far more enjoyable experience.

— Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of enjoyable

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