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entertained

ADJECTIVE
given hospitality
Synonyms
STRONGEST
honored
STRONG
banqueted cherished feasted feted harbored received regaled sheltered treated welcomed
WEAK
wined and dined
Antonyms
WEAK
bored depressed ignored irritated neglected spurned
ADJECTIVE
diverted
Synonyms
STRONGEST
amused enthralled
STRONG
beguiled charmed cheered delighted engrossed entranced exhilarated interested occupied pleased relaxed tickled transported
WEAK
enjoying oneself happy having fun
Antonyms
STRONG
depressed disinterested unoccupied
WEAK
bored ignored irritated neglected spurned

Example Sentences

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He also entertained, as all players in the Banana Ball Championship League are cheerfully required to do.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

"If a viewer is not entertained in seconds, then they either switch the show or the platform," says Kuku's Bisu.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

There’s also documentation that shows Musk himself, at various points, entertained for-profit structures.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026

If guests aren’t entertained enough with the indoor amenities, they can lounge at the 40-foot saltwater pool with solar heating.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

During the ride Cassiopeia entertained the infants with her own doggy-themed version of the farm animal song, in which every animal either barked or howled.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood