1
as in regaled
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
entertain the kids while I go and prepare dinner
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2
as in pondered
to give serious and careful thought to
have you ever entertained the thought that you could be wrong?
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as in had
to keep in one's mind or heart
I don't entertain the hope of ever getting a girl like that to go out with me
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as in amused
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Recent Examples of entertained
Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
The Beatles great last entertained Chicago in July 2017.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, many in Washington have entertained the notion that Venezuelan oil could ease international energy prices and blunt the Russian war machine.
—Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
As with The Muppet Show, there’s enough humor for adult viewers to keep all ages entertained.
—Will Harris, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Nelly's Where the Party At Tour entertained fans at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 29 Aug. 2025
An owner, who wished to keep the Reddit profile private, recently shared to the subreddit channel r/standardissuecat how the rescue cat, Lola, became easily entertained by a nearly free toy made at home.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
The production has been getting rave reviews, and Pasternak first and foremost hopes audiences will be entertained.
—Steve Palopoli, Mercury News, 23 Aug. 2025
With policy in flux, Powell entertained multiple scenarios, the most likely being a temporary pass-through from tariffs to inflation while downside risks build for the labor market.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
With a little creativity, there are plenty of ways to keep them entertained — all from the comfort of home.
—Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
The Beatles great last entertained Chicago in July 2017.
—Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, many in Washington have entertained the notion that Venezuelan oil could ease international energy prices and blunt the Russian war machine.
—Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
As with The Muppet Show, there’s enough humor for adult viewers to keep all ages entertained.
—Will Harris, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Nelly's Where the Party At Tour entertained fans at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix.
—Ed Masley, AZCentral.com, 29 Aug. 2025
An owner, who wished to keep the Reddit profile private, recently shared to the subreddit channel r/standardissuecat how the rescue cat, Lola, became easily entertained by a nearly free toy made at home.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
The production has been getting rave reviews, and Pasternak first and foremost hopes audiences will be entertained.
—Steve Palopoli, Mercury News, 23 Aug. 2025
With policy in flux, Powell entertained multiple scenarios, the most likely being a temporary pass-through from tariffs to inflation while downside risks build for the labor market.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entertained
Verb
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On TikTok, Kobe's antics left viewers amused.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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The big glass pyramid amused Mona.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Aug. 2025
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Amid these non-Radiohead releases, fans have pondered Radiohead’s future, particularly after Yorke spoke to Australia’s Double J in October 2024 and addressed the speculation.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
3 Sep. 2025
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Former Philadelphia Phillies star John Kruk pondered one of life’s biggest questions during the team’s game against the Seattle Mariners on Monday night.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Savage is a former child star who had his breakout role in the 1987 film The Princess Bride.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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Brazzell had another touchdown later in the game on a hook-and-lateral in the fourth.—
Cody Thorn,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Appel also regaled the audience with his strategy that resulted in Springsteen getting on the cover of both Time and Newsweek.—
Caryn Rose,
Variety,
7 Sep. 2025
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That’s his outlet for a passion that began during childhood walks alongside his father, who regaled him with the glory years.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
8 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The couple considered renting out the storefront portion of the building while simultaneously toying with the idea of opening a business of their own.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Seattle coach Mike Macdonald considered going for it on fourth-and-1 from the 19-yard line but instead opted for a field goal.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The rapper, who pleaded not guilty to all charges, has been held at the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center since he was arrested in September 2024.—
Daniel S. Levine,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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That means every state budget could be held hostage until the whims of a small fraction of legislators is satisfied.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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That same year the Clippers and Aspiration signed deals that contemplated a $300 million partnership for Aspiration to sponsor the Clippers’ arena and the team’s jersey patch.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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According to The Athletic, Hurley contemplated leaving coaching due to exhaustion and taking roughly one year to physically and mentally recharge.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Here are all the times a team has retained the trophy, with Madrid in 2017 the first to do so in the Champions League era.—
Will Jeanes,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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Funds advised by Permira retained a majority investment.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Entertained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entertained. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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