Synonyms of amusement

amusement

noun

ə-ˈmyüz-mənt 

as in entertainment

the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public

with the opening of Disneyland in 1955, the film producer Walt Disney greatly expanded his amusement empire

Synonyms & Similar Words

• entertainment
• recreation
• enjoyment
• diversion
• production
• distraction
• show
• mirth
• performance
• joy
• gratification
• presentation
• delight
• relaxation
• exhibition
• spectacle
• satisfaction
• relief
• nightlife
• delectation
• presentment
• show business
• escapism

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of amusement

Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun, a combined amusement and water park that makes an easy add-on to any early season game-day itinerary. — Taylor Haught, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026

Racing Bulls driver Liam Lawson posted a selfie alongside his teammate Arvid Lindblad on an EasyJet flight out of Belgium last Sunday, sparking amusement among fans who had not expected two F1 drivers to put faith in the budget airline. — Alex Kalinauckas, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Those who need an organ shouldn’t have their condition made into a subject of amusement and levity. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 18 July 2026

The viral video prompted a mix of amusement, alarm and a few similar stories. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 18 July 2026