diverting

/daɪˈvɜːtɪŋ/ (bre, ipa) · [daɪvˈɚtɪŋ] /daɪˈvɜːrtɪŋ/ (ame, ipa) · [daɪvˈɚtɪŋ] /də-ˈvər-tiŋ How to pronounce diverting (audio) dī-/ (ame, mw)

diverting — adjective

  • divertingpositive
  • more divertingcomparative
  • most divertingsuperlative

1. interesting in a light, pleasant way, so that you keep paying attention and enjo

1.形容詞C1
釋義

interesting in a light, pleasant way, so that you keep paying attention and enjoy the time.

例句

The guide told such a diverting story that even tired hikers kept listening.

diverting story that keeps listeners' attention

Reuben found the market band surprisingly diverting while he waited for the bus.

find + something + diverting

同義詞
  • entertaining

    the broad everyday word for something enjoyable to watch, hear, or read

  • amusing

    puts more weight on making you smile or laugh

  • engaging

    stresses mental interest and involvement, even without a playful tone

  • absorbing

    stronger than 'diverting' and suggests complete attention

反義詞
  • boring

    fails to hold your attention or interest

  • dull

    flat and lacking sparkle or enjoyment

  • tedious

    so slow or repetitive that it becomes tiring

用法筆記

Most often used for stories, books, conversation, or small events that make time pass pleasantly. It is slightly more literary than everyday 'fun' or 'interesting', and it usually suggests gentle amusement rather than loud excitement.

常見錯誤

❌The loud alarm was diverting me from my work.
✅The loud alarm was distracting me from my work.
💡if something pulls your attention away in an annoying way, use 'distracting', not the positive adjective 'diverting'.
❌The tax form was diverting to complete.
✅The quiz at the back of the magazine was diverting.
💡'diverting' suggests light enjoyment, not a dull task that simply takes time.