What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
divert
Example
The river was diverted to prevent flooding in the town. [divert: verb]
Example
I tried to divert her attention away from the problem. [divert: verb]
redirect
Example
We had to redirect the shipment to a different address. [redirect: verb]
Example
The company decided to redirect their marketing efforts towards a younger audience. [redirect: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Divert is more commonly used than redirect in everyday language, but both words are used in various contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between divert and redirect?
Redirect is more formal than divert, and it is often used in technical or professional contexts. Divert is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
