diversion
noun
[ dʌɪˈvəːʃ(ə)n ]
• the action of turning something aside from its course.
• "the diversion of resources from defence to civil research"
• an activity that diverts the mind from tedious or serious concerns; a recreation or pastime.
• "our chief diversion was reading"
Similar:
entertainment,
amusement,
recreation,
pastime,
game,
hobby,
fun,
relaxation,
rest and relaxation,
relief,
play,
pleasure,
delight,
merriment,
enjoyment,
beguilement,
jollies,
R and R,
rec,
sport,
divertissement,
Origin:
late Middle English: from late Latin diversio(n- ), from Latin divertere ‘turn aside’ (see divert).
