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
Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2025
Leveling up the bike fun Celeste Noche/for NPR Over the years, BONB has gotten more deluxe.
—Deena Prichep, NPR, 2 May 2025
Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 1 May 2025
Make pet-proofing a fun activity for everyone by letting each member of the household offer a gesture of hospitality to the new pet.
6 Home Pet-Proofing Projects
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—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2025
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Noun
The charms feature Sabre’s signature emoji twist for fun, whimsy, and a splash of French flair.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2025
Leveling up the bike fun Celeste Noche/for NPR Over the years, BONB has gotten more deluxe.
—Deena Prichep, NPR, 2 May 2025
Adjective
Natural ways to boost metabolism can be fun and easy.
—Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 1 May 2025
Make pet-proofing a fun activity for everyone by letting each member of the household offer a gesture of hospitality to the new pet.
6 Home Pet-Proofing Projects
1.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fun
Noun
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This ethos was reflected in media and entertainment as well; where all of my favorite stars leaned into straightened strands once the cameras and major events came around.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
4 May 2025
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Despite the streaming revolution reshaping entertainment consumption worldwide, Prime Video‘s top international executives remain steadfast believers in the enduring power of theatrical exhibition.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 May 2025
Noun
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That has been the hardest thing about doing this play.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
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Injuries were rife across the roster, ineffective play from veterans was a real concern and the goaltending was a question mark.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Noun
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Now lazy-river fans know the No. 1 place to experience relaxation on the water: Discovery Cove in Orlando, Florida.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2025
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There’s plenty at Dreams Estrella del Mar Mazatlán besides the spa to aid in your relaxation.—
Johanna Read,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The man identified by authorities as Mutu is seen grabbing the girl’s arms and forcing them to her sides as neighbors responded to the commotion and confronted him.—
Diego Mendoza and Holly Yan,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2025
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The actress explains that after all that commotion, her son refused to walk home with shoes on.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Rannells, who reprises his role as Stephanie's friend Darren, made headlines when promoting Another Simple Favor with an amusing dodge to a question hinting at Lively's legal dramas.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
1 May 2025
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Braun cannot say the same for his amusing role in an instant classic Nuggets moment.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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In the interview, Cannon casually joked about insuring his testicles for a whopping $10,000,000, claiming each one was worth $5,000,000.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
2 May 2025
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Additional allegations include that Brand exposed himself to a woman in an office building and then joked about the incident on his radio show.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2025
Noun
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Soon after, the presenters of the best music honor briefly broke into song to the delight of the audience.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Apr. 2025
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Daniel Levy, chairman of Spurs since 2001, expressed his delight.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Heat came up short in the first two games of the first-round Eastern Conference series.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The Oilers, desperate to get back in the series, benched goalie Stuart Skinner, who gave up 11 goals in the first two games, in favor of Calvin Pickard.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Fun.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fun. Accessed 9 May. 2025.
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