# entertained

/ˌɛnɝˈteɪnd/ (US) · /ˌɛntətˈeɪnd/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/entertained
Updated: 2026-06-20

## Senses

### 1. amused

adjective · CEFR B1

feeling amused or interested because something is fun or enjoyable.

For teachers: experiencing amusement or pleasure resulting from an external stimulus such as a performance or social interaction.

- The children were well entertained by the clown at the birthday party.
- The audience remained thoroughly entertained throughout the three-hour production, despite the lack of an intermission.

## 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.

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