as in amusing
providing amusement or enjoyment
there were so many fun things to do at summer camp that the kids really hated to leave
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as in entertainment
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
theme parks with their rides, shows, and games are great fun for the whole family
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as in play
an attitude or manner not to be taken seriously
when I said that playing the piano like that could get you arrested, I only said it in fun
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as in relaxation
activity engaged in to amuse oneself
came outside to where we were playing touch football and joined the fun
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as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
the fun really began when the deer broke out of its pen and started wandering down the street
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as in to joke
to make jokes
just a couple of old friends funning with each other
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Recent Examples of fun
Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 17 Feb. 2026
Having that uncertainty and unease hanging over Hollywood is never fun, but early on Tuesday, February 17, a development in the WBD/Netflix/PSKY saga finally cut through the noise and seems to hint at a conclusion to it all.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 17 Feb. 2026
Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
The result is a graphic manicure that’s equal parts fun and wearable.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 19 Feb. 2026
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Adjective
Color of the Year drops and social media trends are fun, but interior designers know which hues will really have lasting power.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 17 Feb. 2026
Having that uncertainty and unease hanging over Hollywood is never fun, but early on Tuesday, February 17, a development in the WBD/Netflix/PSKY saga finally cut through the noise and seems to hint at a conclusion to it all.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 17 Feb. 2026
Noun
The Lip Sleeping Mask in Gummy Bear is a sweet treat for your lips that comes in bright purple for extra fun.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
The result is a graphic manicure that’s equal parts fun and wearable.
—Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 19 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fun
Adjective
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Weekly, Weber and Finger have kept reliable and amusing tabs on the ever-expanding universe of Whos and dissected the increasingly jumbled celebrity hierarchy.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2026
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In his gobsmacking third appearance in the franchise, Tommy continues to be the victim of, well, not just Jason Voorhees, but somewhat amusing coincidence as well.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Facing a backlash over his appearance in the Epstein files, prominent entertainment and sports agent Casey Wasserman put his talent agency up for sale Friday.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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The festival includes six stages with cultural entertainment throughout the park along with live performances by chart-topping artists such as Fitz and the Tantrums, The Band Perry and Walker Hayes.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The second big night of high school boys hockey section tournament play again went very much according to seed.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
19 Feb. 2026
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Prosecutors say Price, now 75, took part in pay-for-play schemes that benefited his wife’s company and were not listed on government financial disclosure forms.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The outdoor relaxation area boasts an antique sugar copper fountain and lush gardens.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Feb. 2026
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The food, the fireplace, the drink, the company, the relaxation — even non-skiers can appreciate a moveable feast of the senses, and the scene.—
David G. Allan Feb 15,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The sound of screeching truck brakes comes from behind, followed by a massive commotion.—
Wyles Daniel,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Soon her two boys, Noah and Nico, found her – unsure about the commotion and clearly uninterested in the magnitude of the moment.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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His multiple titles are regularly joked about at major social gatherings and online.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
18 Feb. 2026
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Rafters-packed on the opening night of a quick week run of singing, joking and prancing through Segerstrom Hall, this show is a potent, cheery stepchild of half-century old Monty Python humor.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Belfast is an enjoyable enough place to visit, but Derry still feels like home.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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The final verdict Across the solar system, there are plenty of worlds that have ice, snow and even impressive slopes, but only one has the three working together that allows for enjoyable skiing.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
13 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The crowd, filled with mostly Illini fans, roared with delight.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Creating mazes and tunnels is an easy way to make your rat happy — and a delight to watch.—
Lisa Bloch,
Mercury News,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Fun.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fun. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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