adjective
- intended to distract attention from something else
Examples
- The magician used diversionary tactics to hide his trick.
- The protesters created a diversionary demonstration while others entered the building.
- Military forces launched a diversionary attack to confuse the enemy.
- She told a diversionary story to change the subject.
- The company’s announcement seemed like a diversionary move to avoid criticism.
- Police suspected the fire was a diversionary tactic during the robbery.