disported

verb

past tense of disport
1
as in amused
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied disported themselves with silly games while they waited in the airport

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2
as in played
to engage in activity for amusement a full-service resort where vacationers may disport at a variety of indoor and outdoor activities

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3
as in danced
to play and run about happily the puppies disported in the backyard while we ate on the patio

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4
as in displayed
to present so as to invite notice or attention football fans triumphantly disported the sports memorabilia for which they had just paid extravagant prices

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disported
  1. amused
  2. played
  3. danced
  4. displayed
  5. entertained
  6. recreated
  7. cavorted
  8. exhibited
Verb
  • Chatting with Rolling Stone on Monday, Lagasse seemed both amused and excited by the resurgence.
    — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2026
  • Mandel appeared amused by the tribute, but the rest of the panel was considerably less enthusiastic.
    — Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026
Definition of amused
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  • In a clip posted to her Instagram Stories, the Duchess of Sussex wore her pajamas while cooking breakfast as music played in the background.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Upon her return to Chase Center, Los Angeles Sparks guard Kate Martin receives a pregame tribute video and a standing ovation; Martin played one season for the Valkyries before being cut in training camp this year.
    — Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of played
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  • Indeed, Aston Villa, who have frequently danced with the regulatory devil, have shuttered their North Stand for redevelopment and expansion this season, taking a hit to income now in exchange for bigger returns in the future.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Inside, children danced to music from the DJ before settling into their seats, many preparing to watch a rodeo for the very first time.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of danced
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  • Police say two men in a four-door black Cadillac displayed a handgun and demanded an arrow key, which opens collection boxes.
    — Tammy Mutasa, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • The 2024 second-round pick cut well through defenders and displayed worthwhile receiving ability in spurts during padded practices.
    — Mike Kaye July 31, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
Definition of displayed
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  • In another clip, people competed with harsh winds to set up a tent encampment on a soccer field and children entertained themselves on a nearby jungle gym.
    — Dennis Romero, NBC news, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The capital of Nova Scotia boasts things like hands-on learning, outdoor adventure, and unique experiences that will keep the whole family entertained.
    — Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of entertained
Verb
  • Forty-five years after Diana wed the future King Charles on July 29, 1981, in her spectacular gown, her dress designer has recreated the missing veil.
    — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026
  • Avalon recreated both images for the front and back cover of Pink Pocket Pistol — with one key difference.
    — Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 27 July 2026
Definition of recreated
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  • The sight of Howe leading his players around the ground as Sunderland cavorted in front of their supporters, high in level seven, was excruciating.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 22 Mar. 2026
  • Andy Samberg cavorted on behalf of Hellmann’s mayonnaise, dressed as some sort of off-kilter Neil Diamond wanna-be.
    — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 9 Feb. 2026
Definition of cavorted
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  • The investigation also found no evidence that the parents exhibited any obvious signs of impairment, according to the attorney's office.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 July 2026
  • Also on show is the famous, and rarely exhibited, pink dress by William Travilla from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953).
    — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of exhibited
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“Disported.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disported. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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