Divert meaning

What does “divert” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“divert” is a verb with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: turn aside; turn away from.

divert

turn aside; turn away from
Synonymsdeviate
send on a course or in a direction different from the planned or intended one
occupy in an agreeable, entertaining or pleasant fashion
“The play amused the ladies”
Synonymsamuse disport
withdraw (money) and move into a different location, often secretly and with dishonest intentions
Synonymshive off

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University