amusement
Americannoun
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anything that amuses or entertains; pastime.
The park offers authentic Danish charm and an array of amusements and thrill rides.
- Synonyms:
- game
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the act of amusing or entertaining; diversion.
He invented indoor golf games for his own amusement, and for the amusement of his children.
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the state of being amused; enjoyment.
Mom couldn't hide her amusement when my little sister tried to make dinner.
- Synonyms:
- delight
noun
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something that amuses, such as a game or other pastime
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a mechanical device used for entertainment, as at a fair
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the act of amusing or the state or quality of being amused
Other Word Forms
- self-amusement noun
Etymology
Origin of amusement
First recorded in 1595–1605; from Middle French; amuse, -ment
Example Sentences
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I was tiny! she sent, the message a combination of a crystal-clear image of the hatching, accompanied by a gentle sense of amusement.
From Literature
In Wednesday's filing the group said the hotel has been actively planning for other entertainment and amusement facilities.
From Barron's
Walt Disney has named Josh D'Amaro, the head of its amusement park business, as its new chief executive.
From BBC
People who visited the amusement park during that time have been advised to check their immunity status, talk to their healthcare provider about vaccination and immunity status.
From Los Angeles Times
Disney has said its amusement parks in the US will take a hit in the months ahead due to flagging numbers of international visitors.
From BBC
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