amused

[ uh-myoozd ]
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adjective
  1. pleasurably entertained, occupied, or diverted.

  2. displaying amusement: an amused expression on her face.

  1. aroused to mirth.

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Origin of amused

1
First recorded in 1590–1600; amuse + -ed2

Other words from amused

  • a·mus·ed·ly [uh-myoo-zid-lee], /əˈmyu zɪd li/, adverb
  • un·a·mused, adjective
  • well-a·mused, adjective

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