Learn how to use the comparative “more entertaining” and superlative “most entertaining” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “entertaining”?

The comparative form of “entertaining” is “more entertaining”.

Example

The interactive game is more entertaining than the documentary.

Example

The comedy show was more entertaining than the drama.

What is the superlative form of “entertaining”?

The superlative form of “entertaining” is “most entertaining”.

Example

The concert was the most entertaining performance I've ever seen.

Example

The magic show was the most entertaining event of the year.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "entertaining" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more entertaining" and "most entertaining" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of amusement or enjoyment.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Entertaining" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more entertaining”

more enjoyable

Used to describe something that brings more pleasure or delight.

Example

I find reading books more enjoyable than watching movies.

more amusing

Used to indicate that something is more funny or entertaining.

Example

The cartoon is more amusing than the sitcom.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most entertaining”

most enjoyable

Used to describe something that is the most pleasurable or delightful.

Example

The vacation was the most enjoyable experience of my life.

most amusing

Used to indicate that something is the most funny or entertaining.

Example

The stand-up comedy show was the most amusing thing I've ever witnessed.

Using than with comparative “more entertaining”

When using the comparative form "more entertaining" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The interactive game is more entertaining than the documentary." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of entertainment in the interactive game is higher than the level of entertainment in the documentary.

How can I use this expression in context?

“more entertaining” and “most entertaining” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Movies

  The action movie was more entertaining than the romantic comedy.

  The action movie was more entertaining than the romantic comedy.

• 2. Books

  The mystery novel was the most entertaining book I've read.

  The mystery novel was the most entertaining book I've read.

• 3. Shows

  The talent show was more entertaining than I expected.

  The talent show was more entertaining than I expected.

• 4. Parties

  The costume party was the most entertaining event of the year.

  The costume party was the most entertaining event of the year.

Related idioms and phrases

A barrel of laughs

Something or someone that is very funny and entertaining.

Example

Spending time with her is always a barrel of laughs.

Have a blast

To have a great time or enjoy oneself immensely.

Example

We had a blast at the amusement park.