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How to pronounce "distract" and what is the meaning of "distract"

distract

verb

How to pronounce distract?

The word distract sounds like dis-tract
/dɪ'strækt/

What is the definition of distract?

verbdraw someone's attention away from something
Examples
  • The thief distracted the bystanders
verbdisturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed

What is the definition of distract?

  • to draw away or divert, as the mind or attention

What is the origin of the word distract?

  • The word 'distract' comes from the Latin word 'distractus', which means 'drawn apart'.

What are some synonyms of distract?

  • divert
  • sidetrack
  • disorient
  • confuse

What are some antonyms of distract?

  • focus
  • concentrate
  • attend
  • engage

How can distract be used in a sentence?

  • The loud noise outside distracted me from my work.
  • She tried to distract him by telling a joke.
  • The flashing lights on the billboard distracted the drivers.

What part of speech is distract?

  • Distract is a verb.

Can distract be used as a noun?

  • No, distract is not typically used as a noun.

Can distract be used as an adjective?

  • No, distract is not typically used as an adjective.

What is the present participle of distract?

  • The present participle of distract is distracting.

What is the past tense of distract?

  • The past tense of distract is distracted.