disports

verb

present tense third-person singular of disport
1
as in amuses
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 plays
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 dances
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 displays
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 disports
  1. amuses
  2. plays
  3. dances
  4. displays
  5. entertains
  6. recreates
  7. hops
  8. exhibits
Verb
  • According to the inner circle, the mythology is something that amuses Vernon more than anything else.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2026
  • And Griffin Hanson amuses in several small roles.
    — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2026
Definition of amuses
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  • Kim plays Seo Yeon-woo, the strategist behind Jeong’s push for revenge, bringing a sharp eye for judgment and motives all his own.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Music, David said, plays a significant role in his recovery process.
    — Bianna Golodryga, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of plays
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  • Jennifer Corey dances the Viennese Waltz with student Michael Moore Thursday, March 12, 2015, at the Denver Turnverein in Denver, Colorado.
    — Christa Swanson, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The Dancing Queen dances like no one is watching, however, all eyes are on her.
    — Abigail Dollins, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of dances
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  • Designed by En Masse Architecture and Design with a+c architects, the design displays a sense of weight that’s appropriate for brick construction.
    — Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Inside its Equipment Innovation Center in Atlanta, a massive television screen displays real-time data showing what drinks dispensed by the Freestyle are trending, what time of day and where — from the region to the type of business.
    — Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of displays
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  • Emma Woodhouse entertains herself by meddling in the romantic affairs of her neighbors.
    — Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Steel Pier still entertains families, and the wooden walkway remains a tradition for many families.
    — Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of entertains
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  • Digital artist Lily Belmira has created a free video game that recreates the environment of Michael Heizer’s monumental land art sculpture City, 1970–2022, in the Nevada desert.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 14 Aug. 2026
  • The Scully’s Lab set recreates Scully’s classroom lab at the FBI National Academy and includes a minifigure of Anderson’s character in her lab coat and scrubs.
    — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of recreates
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  • Bavik keeps things classic, brewing with 100% malt and aroma hops, then letting the beer chill out for an extended cold maturation.
    — Hudson Lindenberger, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Once the key ingredient in beer, hops, is used in brewing, the plant’s stems and leaves are left over.
    — Sarah Jones, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026
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  • Anyone who believes they were exposed and exhibits measles symptoms such as cough, runny nose, red/watery eyes, fever or rash should contact their healthcare provider and the Allegheny County Health Department at 412-578-8062.
    — Finch Walker, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
  • My less innocent origin story is a bit NSFW but nonetheless exhibits my own set of loose screws found in all motorheads.
    — Lilian Raji, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of exhibits
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“Disports.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disports. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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