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Wordabulary

distraction

Pronunciation
Noun A2 Elementary

Quick answer

Something that takes your attention away from what you should be focused on.

"Her phone was the biggest distraction while she tried to study."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "Her phone was the biggest _____ while she tried to study."

Answer: distraction

In your own words, what does "distraction" mean?

Something that takes your attention away from what you should be focused on.

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