English Explanatory Dictionary

drive to distraction

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To annoy (someone) so much that they cannot concentrate.

Pronunciation

/ˌdɹaɪv tə dɪsˈtɹækʃ(ə)n/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-drive to distraction.wav /ˌdɹaɪv tə dɪsˈtɹækʃən/ /də-/

Word forms

drive to distraction drives to distraction driving to distraction drove to distraction driven to distraction

Etymology

From drive (“to cause to become”) + to + distraction (“deranged state of mind; insanity”).

Synonyms

drive crazy drive round the bend drive up the wall

Related words

to distraction
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