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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But they were topped on Tuesday, when he was named the next CEO of the storied 102-year-old entertainment company.

From The Wall Street Journal

Discovery would be a win for entertainment, viewers, and content creators.

From Barron's

Joe Flint is a media and entertainment reporter for The Wall Street Journal based in the Los Angeles bureau covering everything from broadcast networks and sports to cable and streaming.

From The Wall Street Journal

That year, developers also began converting old buildings into offices and high-rise towers in anticipation of the revitalized neighborhood becoming a hub for entertainment and technology companies.

From Los Angeles Times

The Walt Disney Company announced Tuesday that Josh D'Amaro, head of its theme parks division, will replace Bob Iger as chief executive when the entertainment titan steps down in March.

From Barron's

entertainment

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