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aversion vs diversion
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| aversionnoun/əˈvɜːr.ʒən/ | Meaning a strong dislike of something, or a wish to avoid it | Goes with strong aversion | Example She has a strong aversion to crowded places and noisy bars. |
| diversionnoun/dɪˈvɜːr.ʒən/ | Meaning a different route traffic must take when a road is closed; also something that takes attention away | Goes with create a diversion | Example While one thief created a diversion, the other stole her wallet. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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