Synonyms for

Fun

Verb / fʌn / Another word for fun — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Fun means something that is enjoyable and amusing.

Synonyms & similar words

sport merriment playfulness play enjoyment amusement entertainment pleasure delight jollity merriment recreation playfulness levity frolic festivity joyfulness bliss happiness glee joviality cheer jocularity lightheartedness

Synonyms by register

Formal

amusement enjoyment recreation diversion

Informal

kick hoot blast good time riot

Literary

merriment jollity glee

Antonyms

boredom tedium drudgery misery unpleasantness sorrow

Common collocations

  • great fun
  • lots of fun
  • have fun
  • for fun
  • fun day
  • fun time
  • fun activity
  • fun game

Word family

noun fun
adjective fun

Usage note

While 'fun' is primarily used as a noun, it is increasingly common to use it as an adjective (e.g., 'a fun party'). It generally carries a positive and lighthearted connotation.

Example sentences

  1. I had so much fun playing with my dog today.
  2. Going to the beach is always fun.
  3. We had a lot of fun at the party last night.
  4. Playing board games with my family is super fun.
  5. Swimming in the pool is so much fun on a hot day.

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