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amuse

[əˈmjuːz]

amuse Definition

to entertain or make someone laugh or smile.

Using amuse: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "amuse" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The comedian's jokes really amused the audience.

  • Example

    She tried to amuse the children with funny faces.

  • Example

    He was amused by her silly antics.

amuse Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for amuse

Antonyms for amuse

Phrases with amuse

  • amuse-bouche

    a small, complimentary appetizer served before a meal

    Example

    The chef sent out an amuse-bouche of smoked salmon on a cracker.

  • not finding something funny or entertaining

    Example

    She was not amused by his crude joke.

  • to do something for one's own entertainment or enjoyment

    Example

    He amused himself by playing video games all day.

Origins of amuse

from Old French 'amuser', meaning 'to divert'

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Summary: amuse in Brief

To 'amuse' [əˈmjuːz] means to entertain or make someone laugh or smile. It can be used in various contexts, such as telling jokes, making funny faces, or playing games. Phrases like 'amuse-bouche' and 'not amused' extend the term to culinary and emotional contexts, respectively.