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amusing

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //əmˈjuzɪŋ// UK //ɐmjˈuːsɪŋ// amus·ing General-service

v. funny or entertaining in a light way. It describes something that makes you smile or laugh a little bit.

v. causing lighthearted laughter or enjoyment; providing entertainment without being deeply serious. Often used to describe a person's wit or a clever situation.


SIMPLE

He told an amusing story about his cat.

CONTEXTUAL

The host shared several amusing anecdotes that helped the guests feel more relaxed during dinner.

COMPLEX

While the satire was sharp, the author maintained an amusing tone that prevented the social critique from feeling overly heavy or didactic.

Synonyms
Origin

By surface analysis, amuse + -ing.

Usage

Typically used as an attributive adjective before a noun or as a predicative adjective after a linking verb.

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