Origin: Latin suffix -tion
Distraction has 5 different meanings across 1 category:
an obstacle to attention
"The constant noise from the construction site outside was a major distraction that made it impossible for me to finish my report on time."
an entertainment that provokes pleased interest and distracts you from worries and vexations
"After a long week of stress, finding myself lost in a captivating mystery novel provided the perfect distraction to ease my worries."
the act of distracting; drawing someone's attention away from something
"conjurers are experts at misdirection"
Something that distracts.
"The sudden loud noise from outside was a major distraction for everyone trying to finish their exams."