1
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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4
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 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 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
Malana Vantyle, USA Today, 17 May 2025
Stewart palpably delights in the button-pushing frankness of it all, and in exposing so many of the things that women are told to keep hidden (many of them considerably less fun than an orgasm), but her confrontational zeal always runs second to the fluidity of her feeling.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 16 May 2025
Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2025
And there's definitely some great stuff there, and this is going to be fun to explore together.
—Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 May 2025
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Noun
Because, even amidst sheer fun and revelry, there is always room for growth.
—Malana Vantyle, USA Today, 17 May 2025
Stewart palpably delights in the button-pushing frankness of it all, and in exposing so many of the things that women are told to keep hidden (many of them considerably less fun than an orgasm), but her confrontational zeal always runs second to the fluidity of her feeling.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 16 May 2025
Adjective
Don’t be mistaken, the story is still very stupid in a fun way, but the fantasy tone strips some of the comedic edge the more recent games leaned into.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2025
And there's definitely some great stuff there, and this is going to be fun to explore together.
—Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fun
Noun
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While some infotainment systems are better than others, many drivers use Apple CarPlay and Android Auto daily to access navigation and entertainment for their drives.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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In addition, racing and daily training will provide year-round economic activity, entertainment and jobs for the Park Heights community.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Here, Aich has hosted plays, musical performances, and gatherings of friends and family.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
16 May 2025
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But that’s not really what the world premiere play that opened Thursday at the Old Globe is about.—
Pamela Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
Noun
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Its surface mimics the feeling of a masseuse’s fingers, leading to faster recovery and deeper post-workout relaxation.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
12 May 2025
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While China has signaled its willingness to come to the negotiation table with its temporary tariff relaxation, President Xi Jinping is unlikely to concede ground in the long run - particularly when facing a confrontational U.S. administration.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
Noun
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Despite the commotion their accidental twinning caused online, Roach — who was filmed cooly reacting to seeing Sawai on the carpet — confirms that the vibes are all good not only between the two stars, but also between himself and Sawai's stylist.—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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Many things emboldened me to create this commotion.—
Sherry Kuehl,
Kansas City Star,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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Although the result is certainly amusing, the Darth Vader creation has also been spotted making some potentially controversial comments using Jones’ voice.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
16 May 2025
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The sketch has a great ending stinger and is very amusing throughout.—
Rosa Escandon,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Verb
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In November, Liam joked on X that Oasis had, in fact, recorded a new album.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
14 May 2025
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Some users joked about how much time was spent deliberating over the name change.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
Noun
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But turtles were seen popping their heads above the lake surface to the delight of many.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
19 May 2025
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Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton, who eventually finished in fourth, was among those who profited from the virtual safety car too, much to the delight of the tifosi cheering him from the stands on home soil for the first time.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
18 May 2025
Noun
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An’s game of choice, Apex Legends, is a particularly taxing one.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
20 May 2025
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The best players in the history of the game won at the highest level, with deep playoff runs and titles along the way.—
Nick Crain,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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“Fun.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fun. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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