diverted
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈvɜːtɪd/
KK: /dɪˈvɜrtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has been changed from its original course or purpose.
Example
The diverted river created a new landscape in the valley.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more diverted
Superlative: most diverted
Conversation
Did you hear about the event that got diverted to another location?
Yeah, I read that it was moved because of the weather.
I was really looking forward to it at the original spot.
Same here! I hope the new place is just as good.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
redirected
altered
changed
Antonyms
focused
directed
constant
verb
Definition
To change the direction or use of something, often to take it away from its original path or purpose.
Example
The road was diverted due to construction work.
Tense Forms
Past: diverted
Past Participle: diverted
Conversation
I wanted to go to the park yesterday, but my plans got diverted by the rain.
Oh no, that’s frustrating! Did you do something else instead?
Yeah, I just stayed in and watched a movie.
Root Explanation
Diverted → It is formed from "di-" (meaning apart) and "vertere" (meaning to turn). The word "diverted" means turned away or turned aside from a path or direction.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'turned apart' — 'di-' means apart, and 'vertere' means to turn. This helps you remember that 'diverted' means turned away from the original path.
Visually Confused Words
undiverted
inverted
invertend
rivered
livered
averted