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amuse
[ uh-myooz ]
verb (used with object)
- to hold the attention of (someone) pleasantly; entertain or divert in an enjoyable or cheerful manner:
She amused the guests with witty conversation.
- to cause mirth, laughter, or the like, in:
The comedian amused the audience with a steady stream of jokes.
- to cause (time, leisure, etc.) to pass agreeably.
- Archaic. to keep in expectation by flattery, pretenses, etc.
- Obsolete.
- to engross; absorb.
- to puzzle; distract.
amuse
/ əˈmjuːz /
verb
- to keep pleasantly occupied; entertain; divert
- to cause to laugh or smile
Confusables Note
Other Words From
- a·musa·ble adjective
- a·muser noun
- una·musa·ble adjective
- una·musa·bly adverb
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of amuse1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
In a year of exuberance and dread, songs came from every which way to comfort, to amuse, to haunt, to tantalize.
Lyonne has frequently pointed out she’s the furthest thing from a pothead, but she also is amused about the pastime Jacobs assigned her character.
For the other drivers, this is wryly amusing, and all part of the game.
However, in one instance, Ray found the scathing rumors to be quite amusing.
I am actually part of a two-cranberry sauce family, which amuses me since I lack real passion for any of it, but I assure you this chutney does not act as a substitute for either.
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