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Definition of Amusement
1. Noun. A feeling of delight at being entertained.
2. Noun. An activity that is diverting and that holds the attention.
Exact synonyms: Entertainment
Generic synonyms: Diversion, Recreation
Specialized synonyms: Beguilement, Distraction, Edutainment, Extravaganza, Militainment, Night Life, Nightlife, Show
Derivative terms: Amuse, Entertain
Generic synonyms: Diversion, Recreation
Specialized synonyms: Beguilement, Distraction, Edutainment, Extravaganza, Militainment, Night Life, Nightlife, Show
Derivative terms: Amuse, Entertain
Definition of Amusement
1. n. Deep thought; muse.
Definition of Amusement
1. Noun. Entertainment ¹
2. Noun. An activity that is entertaining or amusing, such as dancing, gunning, and fishing. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Amusement
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Amusement
1. 1. Deep thought; muse. "Here I . . . Fell into a strong and deep amusement, revolving in my mind, with great perplexity, the amazing change of our affairs." (Fleetwood) 2. The state of being amused; pleasurable excitement; that which amuses; diversion. "His favorite amusements were architecture and gardening." (Macaulay) Synonym: Diversion, entertainment, recreation, relaxation, pastime, sport. Origin: Cf. F. Amusement. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Amusement
| amuletic amuletlike amulets amulette amulettes amurca amurcas amurcous amurensin amus | amusable amuse amused amusedly amuser amusers amuses amusette amusettes amusia | amusias amusical amusingly |
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