Pronunciation

/amˈzjuːz/

Definitions

• Verb: v. To entertain or provide amusement; give pleasure or laughter. For example: “The comedian amused the audience with his jokes.”
• Noun: n. Entertainment or amusement, often in the form of a joke, story, or performance. For example: “The children were thoroughly amused by the magician’s tricks.”
• Adjective: adj. Causing amusement or laughter. For example: “The comedian’s act was highly amusing.”

Phrases

• “Be amused by something” means to find something funny or entertaining.
• “Amused response” indicates a laugh or enjoyment from a joke or situation.
• “Keep someone amused” refers to keeping someone entertained or happy.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The children were amused by the puppet show.”
• Noun: “Her stories have a knack for amusing even the most serious listeners.”
• Adjective: “The audience was thoroughly amused by the host’s antics.”

Synonyms

• Entertain
• Amuse oneself
• Delight
• Divert
• Enjoyment
• Laughter

Antonyms

• Bore
• Dull
• Disappoint
• Frustrate
• Upset