Synonyms for

Amused

Verb / ʌˈmju:zd / Another word for amused — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To find something funny or entertaining.

Synonyms & similar words

divert amuse diverted disport entertained entertained delighted pleased tickled diverted gratified charmed enjoyed gladdened jollied rejoiced smiling elated overjoyed thrilled titillated happy enlivened

Synonyms by register

Formal

entertained diverted pleased

Informal

chuffed pleased as punch cracking up giggling

Literary

merriment gleeful lighthearted

Antonyms

bored displeased annoyed irritated vexed unhappy discontented

Common collocations

  • greatly amused
  • highly amused
  • mildly amused
  • amused smile
  • amused glance
  • amused by
  • amused expression

Word family

noun amusement
verb amuse
adverb amusedly

Usage note

Amused implies finding something funny or entertaining, often in a gentle or slightly superior way. It is generally positive but can sometimes carry a hint of condescension.

Example sentences

  1. The clown amused the children with his silly tricks.
  2. I am always amused by my little brother's jokes.
  3. The movie was so funny that it amused everyone in the theater.
  4. The puppy's playful antics amused the whole family.
  5. The magician amused the audience with his magic tricks.

Quotes

  • Laughter is an instant vacation. - Milton Berle
  • The most wasted of all days is one without laughter. - E. E. Cummings
  • I don't trust anyone who doesn't laugh. - Maya Angelou

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