as in amused
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
1
as in regaled
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
entertain the kids while I go and prepare dinner
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in pondered
to give serious and careful thought to
have you ever entertained the thought that you could be wrong?
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of entertained
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
26 Nov. 2025
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
Chicago Fire inflatables were set up on the pitch alongside all kinds of activities to keep kids entertained.
—
Noel Brennan,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Spectators packed around a wrestling ring while local artists entertained crowds gathered around the main stage.
—
Bay City News,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
Most importantly, fans all over the world were entertained by the product.
—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Our audiences rely on us every day to keep them informed, entertained and equipped to make sense of the world.
—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
On day one, guests tour Villa Santo Sospir, formerly owned by socialite Francine Weisweiller, who entertained Cocteau, Picasso, and Yves Saint Laurent.
—
Jennifer Leigh Parker,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
Best hopping balls for indoor and outdoor use Hopper balls are a fun way to keep children entertained and make adults feel like kids again.
—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
Use creative indoor activities to keep everyone entertained during rainy summer days.
—
Parents,
11 June 2026
Adjective
Tech Accessory Organizer Untangling a ball of cords can kill time on a long travel day, but there are far better ways to stay entertained.
—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
26 Nov. 2025
Verb
Year-round programming adapts to the seasons, with both kids' and teen programs ensuring young travelers are entertained while adults relax with activities, spa treatments, or quiet meals.
—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
Chicago Fire inflatables were set up on the pitch alongside all kinds of activities to keep kids entertained.
—
Noel Brennan,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Spectators packed around a wrestling ring while local artists entertained crowds gathered around the main stage.
—
Bay City News,
Mercury News,
19 June 2026
Most importantly, fans all over the world were entertained by the product.
—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Our audiences rely on us every day to keep them informed, entertained and equipped to make sense of the world.
—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
17 June 2026
On day one, guests tour Villa Santo Sospir, formerly owned by socialite Francine Weisweiller, who entertained Cocteau, Picasso, and Yves Saint Laurent.
—
Jennifer Leigh Parker,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
Best hopping balls for indoor and outdoor use Hopper balls are a fun way to keep children entertained and make adults feel like kids again.
—
Bestreviews,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
Use creative indoor activities to keep everyone entertained during rainy summer days.
—
Parents,
11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entertained
Adjective
-
Hardin is more amused than annoyed, particularly given the origin of the FTD Burger.
-
Torres’ inaccuracy in front of goal has even spawned countless memes on Spanish-speaking social media from frustrated fans and amused neutrals.
Verb
-
The excitement continued with a visit from none other than Indiana Jones played by Choco Clotfelter, who regaled the students with tales of the railroads, travel, and the founding of the Del Mar Fair.
-
Now regaled to one wall, the kitchen boasts even more counter space, as well as overhead cabinetry and an adjacent eating nook.
Verb
-
During an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Bilson and Bethel pondered where their characters’ relationship stands today.
-
Board member Michael Milani pondered failed efforts to attract corporate headquarters and office spaces to the I-80 corridor, saying the village likely needed to establish a new identity for the area amid the post-COVID-19 surge in people working from home.
Verb
-
Swept away The high altitude in Denver can cause certain pitch types to go awry, but Gray had the benefit of being able to mix and match from his expansive repertoire.
-
He's also made three career trips to the Stanley Cup Playoffs and had postseason career highs with nine assists and points in 20 games in 2022, helping the Avalanche win the Stanley Cup.
Adjective
-
Do not fertilize plants during periods of extreme heat because the stimulated growth adds more stress to the plant.
-
Indeed, Coachella’s other two headliners, Bad Bunny and Blackpink, put on elaborate main-stage spectacles over the weekend that by most accounts left fans feeling both stimulated and satisfied.
Verb
-
With campaigns and outside super PACs flooding the zone with money, television, radio and social media were awash with ads for candidates vying in deep-blue NY-12, NY-10, NY-13 and NY-7, all of which are considered up for grabs to greater or lesser degrees.
-
Forsythia is considered invasive in some parts of the country1 so check your local invasive plant lists before planting.
Verb
-
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.
-
That means every state budget could be held hostage until the whims of a small fraction of legislators is satisfied.
Verb
-
Nearly 50 years later, the IRS and courts are still wrestling with how that exception applies to modern entities, including LLCs, LLPs, and foreign partnership-like structures that were not contemplated when the rule was drafted.
-
Cathy, a housewife, had contemplated becoming a teacher, Griffin told me.
Cite this Entry
“Entertained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entertained. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
