Detour

Synonyms of detour

• deviation
• alternate route
• diversion

Antonyms of detour

• direct route
• shortcut
• straight path

Collocations of detour

take a detour

Frequency: 80 %

We had to take a detour because of the road closure.

unexpected detour

Frequency: 65 %

The unexpected detour added an hour to our journey.

necessary detour

Frequency: 50 %

The necessary detour took us through some small towns.

long detour

Frequency: 45 %

We had to take a long detour to avoid the traffic jam.

scenic detour

Frequency: 35 %

We decided to take a scenic detour through the countryside.

Idiomatic Expressions for detour

• Phrase: Hit a detour
  Meaning: To encounter an unexpected obstacle or setback that requires a change in plans.
  Usage: We hit a detour when the bridge was closed due to flooding.