amusement

[ uh-myooz-muhnt ]

noun

1. anything that amuses or entertains; pastime:

   The park offers authentic Danish charm and an array of amusements and thrill rides.

   Synonyms: game

2. the act of amusing or entertaining; diversion:

   He invented indoor golf games for his own amusement, and for the amusement of his children.

3. the state of being amused; enjoyment:

   Mom couldn't hide her amusement when my little sister tried to make dinner.

   Synonyms: delight

amusement

/ əˈmjuːzmənt /

noun

1. something that amuses, such as a game or other pastime
2. a mechanical device used for entertainment, as at a fair
3. the act of amusing or the state or quality of being amused

Other Words From

• self-a·muse·ment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of amusement¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; from Middle French; amuse, -ment

Related Words

• delight
• diversion
• enjoyment
• hilarity
• laughter
• pleasure