GRE Word List

DIVERSION

the act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation

The meaning of the word diversion is the act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation.

Random words

WordMeaning
exactingtryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands
quibbleto evade the point of an argument by caviling about words
acerbitythe quality of being acerbic
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra
pertinaciousadhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
figurativerepresenting by a figure or resemblance : emblematic
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment
chastiseto censure severely : castigate
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
ponderousof very great weight