fun

noun
\ ˈfən How to pronounce fun (audio) \

Definition of fun

 (Entry 1 of 3)

1 : what provides amusement or enjoyment specifically : playful often boisterous action or speech full of fun
2 : a mood for finding or making amusement all in fun
3a : amusement, enjoyment sickness takes all the fun out of life play games for fun
b : derisive jest : sport, ridicule a figure of fun They made fun of the way he talked.
4 : violent or excited activity or argument Insults were exchanged and then the fun began.

fun

verb
funned; funning

Definition of fun (Entry 2 of 3)

intransitive verb

: to indulge in banter or play : joke
sometimes funner; sometimes funnest

Definition of fun (Entry 3 of 3)

1 : providing entertainment, amusement, or enjoyment a fun party a fun person to be with
2 : full of fun : pleasant have a fun time

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Noun

fun, jest, sport, game, play mean action or speech that provides amusement or arouses laughter. fun usually implies laughter or gaiety but may imply merely a lack of serious or ulterior purpose. played cards just for fun jest implies lack of earnestness and may suggest a hoaxing or teasing. hurt by remarks said only in jest sport applies especially to the arousing of laughter against someone. teasing begun in sport led to anger game is close to sport, and often stresses mischievous or malicious fun. made game of their poor relations play stresses the opposition to earnest without implying any malice or mischief. pretended to strangle his brother in play

Frequently Asked Questions About fun

Is funner a word?

Yes, funner is a word, in spite of the fact that many people either wish it were not or believe that it isn’t. The comparative form of the adjective fun (meaning "more fun") has demonstrated widespread use over many decades and in a wide variety of published writing.

Is funnest a word?

Yes, funnest is a word, in spite of those that wish it were not. The superlative form of the adjective fun (meaning "most fun") has demonstrated widespread use over many decades, in a wide variety of published writing.

Is there a plural of fun?

Fun commonly functions as an adjective ("I had a fun time") and as a noun ("Let’s have some fun"), and somewhat less commonly as a verb ("I’m just funning you"). In its role as a noun the word is a noncount noun ("a noun that denotes a homogeneous substance or a concept without subdivisions and that in English is preceded in indefinite singular constructions by some rather than a or an"), and does not have a plural form.

Examples of fun in a Sentence

Noun I can't remember when I've had so much fun. Sickness takes all the fun out of life. Verb He's just funning with you. just a couple of old friends funning with each other Adjective Our vacation was a fun time. She's a fun person to be with. The park is a fun place to visit. We had a fun time at the movie.
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Recent Examples on the Web: Noun Jennifer Condron, the attraction’s chief executive, said that, if anything, the scary fun is needed this year. Charles Passy, WSJ, "No Parade for Halloween as New York City Tones Down Celebrations," 3 Oct. 2020 And an appetite, since the chicken is just part of the fun. Washington Post, "Inside or out, Reveler’s Hour pours on the warmth and the wine," 2 Oct. 2020 Meanwhile, Young Thug shows up as Edward Scissorhands and at one point a Cheshire Cat pops up to join the fun too. Ruth Kinane, EW.com, "Megan Thee Stallion drops new song 'Don't Stop,' ahead of SNL appearance," 2 Oct. 2020 That should embiggen the fun, as Ms. Marvel might say. Aaron Pressman, Fortune, "The case for a virtual commute when working from home," 1 Oct. 2020 The Halloween fun will continue from 4-6 p.m. at Findlay, Grant and Washington parks, the Findlay Market press release said. Jeanne Houck, The Enquirer, "Findlay Market seeking used costumes kids can wear at its Halloween celebration," 1 Oct. 2020 Fowler, who has respiratory problems and hasn’t seen a game in person all season, may even join in the fun. Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY, "The Padres, in the playoffs for the first time in 14 years, have San Diego going wild," 30 Sep. 2020 Taylor started the fun Sept. 24, with Mayde Creek, Morton Ranch and Tompkins adding victories the following night. Jack Marrion, Houston Chronicle, "Katy, Paetow close strong opening week for district," 28 Sep. 2020 But that doesn't mean that regular retinol-users are left out of the fun. Tatjana Freund, Marie Claire, "Meet Bakuchiol, the Retinol Alternative for Sensitive Skin," 25 Sep. 2020 Recent Examples on the Web: Verb That thought exercise leads to fun results—at first. Shirley Li, The Atlantic, "Hollywood Overindulges Ryan Murphy’s Wishful Thinking," 10 May 2020 In the last two weeks, Pinterest has seen record levels of engagement in terms of search, saving and board creation activity, as users look for ideas on everything from building a home office to fun activities to do with their kids (very necessary). Kurt Wagner, Bloomberg.com, "Pinterest Surges After User Numbers Top Analysts’ Estimates," 10 May 2020 Winter guests are used to fun at Afterglow, especially when Mitch is in town. Chelsey Lewis, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Wisconsin resort creates spinning ice carousel on frozen lake," 4 Mar. 2020 The new measure would effectively reset his term count to zero, allowing him to fun for two more six-year terms. Fox News, "Putin asks court to amend constitution, allow him to remain in power until 2036," 15 Mar. 2020 Her performance swings from flirty to sinister to fun to terrifying without ever seeming confused, making her the show’s standout. Emma Grey Ellis, Wired, "Locke & Key Masters the Netflix Recipe—for Better or Worse," 7 Feb. 2020 Offerings range from classics like chicken milanese and bucatini carbonara, to fun new combinations like farro risotto and roasted shrimp with ajo blanco sauce. SELF, "The Best Meal-Kit Delivery Services to Try in 2019," 1 Jan. 2019 Orca that carried dead, decomposing calf for weeks now returns to fun with friends. Fox News, "FOX NEWS FIRST: Clues in stolen plane mystery; Omarosa's secret White House recording sparks security concerns," 13 Aug. 2018 But here are some top spots to visit and fun things to do with your best friend. Lainey Seyler, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "8 places you can bring your dog around Milwaukee this summer," 16 May 2018 Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective So having these people around who are part of that history is really fun. Derek Lawrence, EW.com, "Power creator teases 'intense' finish to Ghost season 1, possible Tommy return," 5 Oct. 2020 The music is fun, the dancing is emotionally moving, and the overtones with our political reality are thought-provoking, to say the least. Matthew J. Palm, orlandosentinel.com, "‘Bright Young Things’ overreaches a bit, but the creativity delights | Review," 5 Oct. 2020 Covering QAnon — whose adherents falsely believe that the mainstream media, including The Times, is in on the global cabal — is not always fun. Kevin Roose, New York Times, "Following Falsehoods: A Reporter’s Approach on QAnon," 3 Oct. 2020 Browns at Cowboys should be fun to watch as QBs Baker Mayfield and Dak Prescott face off for the first time in a matchup of clubs with first-year head coaches. Nate Davis, USA TODAY, "USA TODAY Sports' Week 4 NFL picks: Can Patriots knock Chiefs from unbeaten ranks?," 1 Oct. 2020 The Elantra also comes packed with plenty of standard features and is actually fun to drive thanks to sharp handling and an available 201-horsepower turbocharged engine. Rex Tokeshi-torres, chicagotribune.com, "Edmunds highlights small cars under $25,000," 1 Oct. 2020 Dwyane Wade’s rookie-year team was really fun, and the Big Three years were awesome. Ira Winderman, sun-sentinel.com, "ASK IRA: Would anyone dare put an asterisk on the Heat’s joy?," 28 Sep. 2020 Just because some activities are off the table doesn’t mean that Halloween can’t be fun! Rebecca Norris, Country Living, "Here’s What to Consider Before Trick-or-Treating This Year, According to the CDC," 27 Sep. 2020 This year’s Hulaween gala will certainly be fun too. Christopher Rosa, Glamour, "The Original Hocus Pocus Sanderson Sisters Are Reuniting," 25 Sep. 2020

These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'fun.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

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First Known Use of fun

Noun

1726, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1802, in the meaning defined above

Adjective

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for fun

Noun, Verb, and Adjective

English dialect fun to hoax, perhaps alteration of Middle English fonnen, from fonne dupe

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Last Updated

6 Oct 2020

Cite this Entry

“Fun.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fun. Accessed 14 Oct. 2020.

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More Definitions for fun

fun

noun
How to pronounce fun (audio)

English Language Learners Definition of fun

 (Entry 1 of 3)

: someone or something that is amusing or enjoyable : an enjoyable experience or person
: an enjoyable or amusing time
: the feeling of being amused or entertained

fun

verb

English Language Learners Definition of fun (Entry 2 of 3)

US, informal : to speak or act in a way that is not serious

English Language Learners Definition of fun (Entry 3 of 3)

informal : providing amusement : amusing or enjoyable

fun

noun
\ ˈfən How to pronounce fun (audio) \

Kids Definition of fun

 (Entry 1 of 2)

1 : someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment They were fun to play with.
2 : a good time We had a lot of fun. She painted for fun.
3 : words or actions to make someone or something an object of ridicule He made fun of my singing.

Kids Definition of fun (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : providing fun a fun trip
2 : full of fun We had a fun time together.

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