entertaining
adjective
Origin of entertaining
entertain
verb (used with object)
verb (used without object)
Origin of entertain
Synonyms for entertain
Synonym study
Antonyms for entertain
Related Words for entertaining
provocative, fascinating, humorous, enjoyable, lively, diverting, funny, inspiring, thrilling, interesting, absorbing, compelling, affecting, enticing, charming, pleasant, poignant, moving, exciting, engagingExamples from the Web for entertaining
Contemporary Examples of entertaining
The first, while entertaining, is the less revelatory of the two.
In the end, his account is an entertaining reminder that sometimes, the truth really is better than fiction.
Hosts are vetted carefully, both for their cooking and entertaining skills.
Bop had produced self-conscious artists who refused to bow to conventional assumptions of what was entertaining.
So she has chosen the path as her literary heroes, Charles Dickens and George Orwell: the entertaining but didactic novel.
Historical Examples of entertaining
The wine account—there is one, but it ought to be Mrs. Whitney's; for entertaining.
The Bacillus of BeautyHarriet Stark
I find the study of electricity so entertaining that I am apt to neglect my other work.'
Heroes of the TelegraphJ. Munro
I have very strong reasons indeed, for entertaining that wish.
Little DorritCharles Dickens
Naturally he will be asked about everywhere, and there'll be loads of entertaining to do in return.
Ruggles of Red GapHarry Leon Wilson
Their manner of entertaining their guests is familiar and kind.
Tacitus on GermanyTacitus