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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2
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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3
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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fun people
fun appetizers
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Recent Examples of fun
Laura Ness, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2025
On Tuesday, the website revealed its list of the most fun states in America.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 19 Aug. 2025
Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Virtual teams hosted virtual game nights with special swag and other fun activities.
—Brendan Le, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
At Star Chefs 2025, top talent from local restaurants from San Martin to Palo Alto go skillet-to-skillet in the region’s most fun pairing taste-off.
—Laura Ness, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2025
On Tuesday, the website revealed its list of the most fun states in America.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 19 Aug. 2025
Noun
The spot will also have a fun table tennis setup for some friendly competition during the finals.
—Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Virtual teams hosted virtual game nights with special swag and other fun activities.
—Brendan Le, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fun
Adjective
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Many years have passed, and when the three return home for their mother’s third wedding, each sister is dysfunctional in her own distinct, often amusing way.—
Gracie Wiener,
Air Mail,
16 Aug. 2025
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One of the people who took notice of Sanders' standout performance was Browns general manager Andrew Berry, who congratulated the rookie on his NFL debut and shared an amusing exchange with him in the process.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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And as the music industry continues to not only grow but expand its boundaries beyond one genre or one outlet, entertainment numbers overall are also seeing double-digit increases in industries like film and video production.—
Melonee Hurt,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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Oktoberfest 2025: German food, beer, live music and entertainment for the entire family all day long both indoors and outdoors.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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And the tragedy of the play is the question left unanswered.—
John Haskell,
Harpers Magazine,
20 Aug. 2025
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Thirty of his original dresses will be exhibited in a separate Hudson Yards venue, where the play’s afterparty will also be held — for ticket holders only.—
Benjamin Svetkey,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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These 10 items help create a sanctuary that reduces stress and promotes relaxation.—
Jené Luciani Sena , Caitlyn Martyn
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FOXNews.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Practicing answers, rehearsing entry and exit routines, and using relaxation techniques can help candidates present calmer faces during interviews.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Thelma stopped reading at the sound of a commotion: loud thuds and shoes slapping on the floor.—
Joshua Sharpe
August 6,
Literary Hub,
6 Aug. 2025
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In an episode full of all kinds of commotion, the most consequential plotline is Miranda’s son Brady getting a two-time hookup pregnant.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
4 Aug. 2025
Verb
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She’s been booed in stadiums, joked at by mainstream media, and roasted online to the extent that both the NFL and high-profile players have publicly defended her right to attend.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Speaking to Variety from his home in the mountains of Idaho, Glenn jokes about the world-spanning nature of the nomination.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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And then there’s Preserve, a delight for the taste buds where food preservation is central to the dining experience.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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The family lived modestly on a street in central Edinburgh that was full of delights for a curious child.—
Judith Shulevitz,
The Atlantic,
10 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Head coach Dan Campbell of the Detroit Lions looks on before the game against the Carolina Panthers at Ford Field on October 08, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan.—
Cecil Merkerson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Aug. 2025
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The pandemic took care of that, and the game was rescheduled for Saturday when the schools meet for the first time.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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“Fun.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fun. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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