Definition of distract

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • distract is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • distract is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • distract is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of distract


  • draw someone's attention away from something (verb)

    Examples

    1. The thief distracted the bystanders

    Synonyms

    1. deflect
  • disturb in mind or make uneasy or cause to be worried or alarmed (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. cark
    2. disorder
    3. disquiet
    4. perturb
    5. trouble
    6. unhinge

See definition of distract in Merriam Webster