Opposite of to divert one's mind or attention (to something else)
Opposite of to bother or cause unease to one's mental or emotional state
Opposite of to entertain or amuse
Opposite of to delight, allure or attract in an almost magical manner
Opposite of to involve oneself deeply in a particular activity
Opposite of to distract, or to occupy or draw one's attention or thoughts
Opposite of to divert one's mind or attention (to something else)
“Something more to Singer's selfish desires could attract him away from the pork.”
Opposite of to be occupied with an activity
“I typically free myself from any strenuous activities whenever I need a break.”
Opposite of to divert one's mind or attention (to something else)
“Just focus on the task at hand and get it done quickly.”
Opposite of to throw into a state of confusion or uncertainty
“It bore ethical and metaphysical implications that professional psychology could not rationally explain or justify.”
To hold or engage the attention of
“The virtuoso's deft skill would completely absorb Martha who stared in amazement.”
(of a feeling) Opposite of to completely preoccupy the mind of (someone)
“He now runs a one-man firm out of a downtrodden office block and takes on cases that bore him.”
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