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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I’d keep the entertainment, but find a good comedian who can host a major live event.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

He added that the city needs to “stick the landing” on hosting the Olympics despite facing a massive decline in the entertainment industry.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Then Ryan Stana, founder of entertainment company RWS Global, came up with the concept for the entertainment showcase.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

A daily crowd of 15,000 will have space to watch matches and sample local food and entertainment at Philadelphia's Lemon Hill.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

To watch Bobby play speed chess was an entertainment in itself, aside from his depth of play.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

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