Synonyms for

Entertaining

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

Definition

Providing amusement or enjoyment.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

engaging amusing diverting pleasing

Informal

fun cool a blast a hoot

Literary

captivating delightful ravishing

Antonyms

boring tedious dull uninteresting monotonous wearisome

Common collocations

  • highly entertaining
  • very entertaining
  • quite entertaining
  • entertaining show
  • entertaining performance
  • entertaining read
  • entertaining story

Word family

noun entertainment
verb entertain
adjective entertaining
adverb entertainingly

Usage note

Entertaining describes something that provides amusement or enjoyment. It is generally a positive term, implying that an activity or person is fun to experience or be around.

Example sentences

  1. The clown was very entertaining at the circus.
  2. The movie was so entertaining that I watched it twice.
  3. The party was very entertaining with games and music.
  4. The comedian was very entertaining with his jokes.
  5. The book was so entertaining that I finished it in one day.

Quotes

  • The great gift of human beings is that we have the power of empathy, we can all sense a mysterious connection to each other. - Meryl Streep
  • It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge. - Albert Einstein
  • The most important thing is to enjoy your life - to be happy - it's all that matters. - Audrey Hepburn

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