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    Détourné (en. Diverted)

    /de.tuʁ.ne/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Refers to something that has been changed in direction.
    The path has been diverted due to construction.
    Le chemin a été détourné à cause des travaux.
    Refers to a person who has lost their reason or clarity of mind.
    His strange behavior makes it seem like he is diverted.
    Son comportement étrange laisse croire qu'il est détourné.
    Refers to a work or information that has been manipulated.
    The media can sometimes present diverted information to influence public opinion.
    Les médias peuvent parfois présenter des informations détournées pour influencer l'opinion publique.

    Etymology

    From the verb "divert," derived from the prefix 'de-' and 'turn.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to turn away from the rules
    Not following established guidelines.
    se détourner des règles
    to divert attention
    Doing something to avoid being noticed.
    détourner l'attention
    embezzlement
    Illegal use of money reserved for another purpose.
    détournement de fonds

    Related Words

    diversion
    The action of diverting something.
    détournement
    turning
    A change in direction or nature.
    tournant
    deviation
    A change or escape from a normal path.
    déviation

    Slang Meanings

    To have lost one's mind or sense.
    He is completely diverted; he doesn't understand anything anymore.
    Il est complètement détourné, il ne comprend plus rien.
    To act unpredictably.
    His attitude has been really diverted lately.
    Son attitude est vraiment détournée ces derniers temps.