Amused
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈmjuːzd/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Amused is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of amuse.
Meaning
simple past and past participle of amuse.
More Meanings
- Pleasurably entertained.
- Displaying amusement.
- (usually with a complement) Enjoying humorous aspects of something.
Example Sentences
There was an amused grin on his face.
He was very much amused by the lyrics.
She was much amused with their antics.
The entertainers parodied his speech. He was not amused.
Synonyms for amused
Depending on context, synonyms include pleased, diverted, entertained.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pleased, diverted, entertained, funny, tickled, charmed.
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