Synonyms for

Amusement

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

Definition

The feeling of being entertained or amused.

Synonyms & similar words

entertainment entertainment fun enjoyment diversion pleasure recreation delight distraction pastime merriment hilarity joyfulness cheerfulness glee mirth jollity festivity carnival circus

Synonyms by register

Formal

entertainment recreation diversion pastime

Informal

fun enjoyment kicks laughs

Literary

merriment glee jollity

Antonyms

boredom sadness grief melancholy displeasure ennui unhappiness

Common collocations

  • source of amusement
  • great amusement
  • public amusement
  • for your amusement
  • amusement park
  • amusement arcade
  • childish amusement

Word family

noun amusement
verb amuse
adjective amusing

Usage note

Amusement refers to the state or experience of finding something funny or entertaining. It is generally a positive and lighthearted emotion.

Example sentences

  1. The amusement park was so much fun!
  2. I love playing games for amusement.
  3. Watching funny videos always brings me amusement.
  4. The clown's silly antics provided amusement for the children.
  5. The magician's tricks provided hours of amusement.

Quotes

  • Laughter is the tonic, the relief, the surcease for pain.
  • The most wasted of all days is one without laughter.
  • A good laugh is a mighty good thing, a rather too scarce a good thing.

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