entertainment

[en-ter-teyn-muhnt] / ˌɛn tərˈteɪn mənt /

NOUN

amusement, pleasure

Synonyms

STRONG

ball bash blast celebration cheer clambake delight dissipation distraction diversion enjoyment feast frolic fun gaiety game grins laughs merriment merrymaking party pastime picnic play recreation relaxation relief revelry satisfaction shindig sport spree surprise treat

WEAK

big-time blowout divertissement fun and games good time high time leisure activity lots of laughs regalement wingding

Antonyms

STRONG

depression dissatisfaction gloom labor melancholy misery need pain profession sadness seriousness sorrow task unhappiness vocation want work

WEAK

chore drudgery

Example Sentences

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With longtime connections in the entertainment industry, Hollywood issues have been front of mind for Delrahim.

From The Wall Street Journal

The entertainment of it all: the Hollywood sign, the Walk of Fame, Universal Studios, just L.A. as a whole.

From Los Angeles Times

“A friend, colleague, leader and visionary creator, his work helped shape modern interactive entertainment and inspired millions of players and developers around the world,” Electronic Arts said in its statement.

From Los Angeles Times

The Chiefs new home will be fully enclosed, and will also include a mixed-use entertainment district.

From Barron's

Paramount, controlled by the Ellisons, is competing with Netflix — the most valuable entertainment company in the world to acquire Warner Bros.

From Los Angeles Times

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