entertainment

noun

ˌen-tər-ˈtān-mənt How to pronounce entertainment (audio)
Definition of entertainmentnext
1
as in amusement
the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public we didn't stay for the featured entertainment because we don't care for comedy acts the film is purely for entertainment and not meant to be taken seriously

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2
as in recreation
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment what do you do for entertainment in this town?

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Recent Examples of entertainment According to the video platform, those eligible to apply for the relief funds include not only YouTube creators but also editors, writers and other industry professionals who work in the broader entertainment industry. — Todd Spangler, Variety, 7 Aug. 2025 The Star brand, which was widely used and well-known across Latin America and Asia, was designated as the general entertainment tile. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2025 There will be live entertainment on two stages, and a new dance performance stage on F Street sponsored by Seven Mile Casino. — Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Aug. 2025 Food trucks, chef demonstrations, live entertainment and educational programming from community partners are some of the activities offered. — Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for entertainment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entertainment
  1. amusement
  2. recreation
  3. enjoyment
  4. diversion
  5. production
  6. fun
  7. delight
  8. pleasure
Noun
  • The viral moment and its professional and personal fallout, Schwartz said, prompted reactions ranging from amusement and fascination to, for those who've been involved in similar circumstances, schadenfreude and relief.
    — Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2025
  • Our amusement and water parks will close for the season on Sept. 1, 2025.
    — Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 29 July 2025
Definition of amusement
Noun
  • Instead of giving guests a tour behind the scenes of films, as was commonly the case in movie parks, Warner Bros. World puts visitors in recreations of the worlds where characters from the silver screen are meant to live.
    — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025
  • Find public access at High Falls County Park, a 46-acre recreation area complete with boat launches, campsites, playgrounds, picnic tables, mini golf, basketball and volleyball courts, and a fishing pier.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2025
Definition of recreation
Noun
  • Leaving a population of catchable bass in small lakes and ponds is the key to many hours of future enjoyment.
    — Anthony A. Ciuffa, Outdoor Life, 7 Aug. 2025
  • Mileage on these titles very much varies, as does critical response and audience enjoyment.
    — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 5 Aug. 2025
Definition of enjoyment
Noun
  • Noted in the region for producing top-notch comedies, the Rose is currently offering a delightful diversion from the stress of life … in a show where human actors play animals.
    — Duante Beddingfield, Freep.com, 30 July 2025
  • The number of defendants joining — and successfully completing — diversion programs has skyrocketed during Garza’s tenure, according to figures provided by his office.
    — Skye Seipp, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Definition of diversion
Noun
  • The state's rainy day fund, which comes from a portion of the state's tax on oil production, is expected to top $28 billion, which would be a record.
    — John C. Moritz, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
  • As part of its strategy to rely on its own manufacturing capabilities and supply chain, the group plans to build a new luxury footwear and leather goods production facility in Sala Baganza, near Parma.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 29 July 2025
Definition of production
Noun
  • Fish at Shaw Park Hunt Family Nature Center in Springdale will host a fishing fun day at 9 a.m. Friday at Shaw Family Park, 7341 W. Downum Road, in Springdale.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 July 2025
  • And where there is fun in the Bahamas, there is Junkanoo.
    — Rochelle Oliver, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 July 2025
Definition of fun
Noun
  • Instead of waiting, Alex went to the mobile pop-up, and these tasty delights were in our hands in less than 10 minutes.
    — Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
  • If mobile gaming is your bag, the Z Fold 7 will be a delight.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 31 July 2025
Definition of delight
Noun
  • Plus, there are few simpler pleasures in life than a tomato sandwich.
    — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 6 Aug. 2025
  • Even then, though, the total experience is so disorienting that its mere existence is half the pleasure.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2025
Definition of pleasure

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