Synonyms for

Entertained

Verb / ˌentɜ:ˈteɪnd / / ˌenɜ:ˈteɪnd / Another word for entertained — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To provide amusement or enjoyment.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

amused diverted regaled

Informal

charmed pleased delighted gged

Literary

gladdened cheered

Antonyms

bored displeased annoyed disappointed uninterested weary

Common collocations

  • entertained guests
  • kept entertained
  • thoroughly entertained
  • entertained the crowd
  • entertained the idea
  • entertained a notion
  • entertained by a performance

Word family

noun entertainment
verb entertain
adjective entertaining
adverb entertainingly

Usage note

The adjective 'entertained' describes a state of being amused or occupied pleasurably. It is often used to describe guests or an audience.

Example sentences

  1. I was entertained by the clown at the circus.
  2. The magician entertained the audience with his tricks.
  3. She entertained her guests with stories about her travels.
  4. The movie entertained me for two hours.
  5. The comedian entertained the crowd with his jokes.

Quotes

  • The biggest challenge for an actor is to keep people entertained.
  • Music, at its essence, is what gives us memories. And the longer a song has existed in our lives, the more memories we have of it.
  • I want to be remembered as someone who entertained people and made them happy.

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