Word
entertained
Phoneticsen·ter·tained, stress on the third syllable
US/ˌɛnɝˈteɪnd/
UK/ˌɛntətˈeɪnd/
Definition
adj. feeling amused or interested because something is fun or enjoyable.
adj. experiencing amusement or pleasure resulting from an external stimulus such as a performance or social interaction.
Examples
“The children were entertained by the clever magician.”
“The host worked hard to keep his guests entertained with music and games throughout the evening.”
“While the plot was predictable, the audience remained thoroughly entertained by the lead actor's charismatic performance and sharp comedic timing.”
Examples
simple
“The children were entertained by the clever magician.”
contextual
“The host worked hard to keep his guests entertained with music and games throughout the evening.”
complex
“While the plot was predictable, the audience remained thoroughly entertained by the lead actor's charismatic performance and sharp comedic timing.”
Pitfall
The movie was very entertained.
The movie was very entertaining.
Use 'entertained' to describe how a person feels, and 'entertaining' to describe the thing that causes the feeling.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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