amusive

[ uh-myoo-ziv ]

adjective

1. amusing; entertaining.

Other Words From

• a·musive·ly adverb
• a·musive·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of amusive¹

First recorded in 1720–30; amuse + -ive

Example Sentences

It is a mere bagatelle, and as an amusive trifle may not be unacceptable.

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