misdirection
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for misdirection, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of steering someone's attention or effort the wrong way, often deliberately, as in magic tricks.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use misdirection
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From mis- + direction.
Full origin of misdirection →Frequently asked questions
What does “misdirection” mean?
The word “misdirection” means the act of steering someone's attention or effort the wrong way, often deliberately, as in magic tricks. In plain terms, pointing attention or effort the wrong way, sometimes on purpose.
How do you use “misdirection” in a sentence?
Here is “misdirection” used in a sentence: “The magician used misdirection to hide the coin up his sleeve.”
What part of speech is “misdirection”?
“Misdirection” is a noun.
How many meanings does “misdirection” have?
“Misdirection” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of steering someone's attention or effort the wrong way, often deliberately, as in magic tricks.