diversionary Definition
- 1intended to distract attention from something more important; misleading
- 2relating to or designed to aid or promote the diversion of military forces
Using diversionary: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "diversionary" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The politician's diversionary tactics were aimed at avoiding questions about his involvement in the scandal.
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The company's announcement of a new product was seen as a diversionary tactic to distract from their recent financial losses.
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The diversionary attack allowed the main force to advance without being detected.
diversionary Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: diversionary in Brief
The term 'diversionary' [dɪˈvɜːʃənəri] describes something that is intended to distract attention from something more important or to mislead. It can refer to tactics used by politicians or companies, as well as military strategies. Examples include 'The politician's diversionary tactics were aimed at avoiding questions about his involvement in the scandal.' and 'The diversionary attack allowed the main force to advance without being detected.'
