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
Usa Today, USA Today, 16 June 2026
There’s fun connective tissue between Penn and Cooper.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 16 June 2026
Keith Ferrazzi, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Of course, the players adore him because his style is frenetic and fun.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 11 June 2026
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Adjective
What’s a fun way to bring play into a connection?
—Usa Today, USA Today, 16 June 2026
There’s fun connective tissue between Penn and Cooper.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 16 June 2026
Noun
Spending time with them isn't just for inspirational fun.
—Keith Ferrazzi, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Of course, the players adore him because his style is frenetic and fun.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 11 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fun
Adjective
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It’s been nearly two months since Morgan Neville’s amusing and thoroughly superficial Lorne, in which the Oscar-winning documentarian tried and failed to get the Saturday Night Live creator to let down his guard.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
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But perhaps the most amusing depiction was how Taylor contrasted the stay-at-home moms (and dads) with Marissa and Jenny, with most of the sartorial showdowns taking place during school pickups and dropoffs.—
Clarissa Cruz,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
Noun
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The appearance came one day after Bass held a downtown campaign kickoff, where Bass highlighted her administration’s efforts to reduce homelessness, invest in public safety programs and support the entertainment industry while criticizing Raman on those issues.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
11 June 2026
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India’s media and entertainment market was valued at $32 billion in 2025 and is growing at 9%, a faster rate than the broader economy, according to a report by consultancy firm Ernst & Young in March.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Wembanyama, who discarded Brunson with a push to the back of his head during the first quarter, was not called for a common foul on the play.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
11 June 2026
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The play sparked outrage inside the arena and across social media.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
11 June 2026
Noun
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Joivi 5-Piece Outdoor Sectional Sofa Bring resort-style relaxation to your outdoor space with this five-piece patio set.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
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The rooms are filled with neutral colors, inviting relaxation and recharging.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Fyy Travel Cable Organizer Pouch Holiday travel comes with enough commotion, and tangled chargers don’t need to be part of it.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Dec. 2025
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Neighbors on 21st Street also heard the commotion and said people were banging on their doors to get out.—
Alexandra Simon,
CBS News,
9 Dec. 2025
Verb
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When Lois Neville and Ellen Boudreau-Den Herder became co-executive directors of the Hollywood Fringe Festival in early 2020, their first job, Neville likes to joke, was to cancel it.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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In the past, the vice president has joked about his children's egg consumption.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Other places have been enjoyable safe havens for him beyond Paycor Stadium.—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
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Independence Day parades, fireworks, flag flying, patriotic songs, picnics in the park, backyard barbecues, pool parties and all such equally enjoyable family and community activities are wonderful, beneficial and necessary.—
James Coffin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 July 2025
Noun
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This strange delight of a novel could easily be the next Gypsy.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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The singer-actor who’s the face of Creme of Nature haircare company was spotted in two neighborhoods to the delight of her fans.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
10 June 2026
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“Fun.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fun. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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