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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The filmmaker is among several prominent individuals from the worlds of entertainment, technology, politics and business — including L.A.

From Los Angeles Times

Operating income for the entertainment giant's Disney+ and Hulu streaming services grew 72 percent from the same quarter a year ago to $450 million, well above expectations.

From Barron's

The dip in operating income from the entertainment sector took a toll on the company’s total segment operating income, which was down 9% to $4.6 billion.

From Los Angeles Times

This year's campaign has the potential to be as tight as ever, and promises to offer similar entertainment value.

From BBC

The entertainment giant said operating income for its Disney+ and Hulu streaming services grew 72% from the same quarter a year ago to $450 million, well above Wall Street analysts’ estimates and the company’s guidance.

From The Wall Street Journal

entertainment

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