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Entertainment

noun
/ˌen.təˈteɪn.mənt/

Meaning

the action of providing or being provided with amusement or enjoyment
something that amuses, pleases, or diverts

Example Sentences

The concert provided excellent entertainment for the entire family.

The concert was a great source of entertainment.

Example Expressions

light entertainment

Synonyms

amusement, recreation, fun, diversion, show, enjoyment
Entry 1
amusement, recreation, fun, diversion
Entry 2
amusement, recreation, fun, show, enjoyment

Antonyms

boredom, work, duty, seriousness, dullness
Entry 1
boredom, work, duty, seriousness
Entry 2
boredom, dullness

Collocations

entertainment industry, live entertainment, family entertainment, form of entertainment, entertainment show, provide entertainment
Entry 1
entertainment industry, live entertainment, family entertainment
Entry 2
form of entertainment, entertainment industry, entertainment show, provide entertainment

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