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AMUSING

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

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There are 8 meanings of the word Amusing.

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Amusing - as an adjective satellite

Providing enjoyment; pleasantly entertaining

Example: "An amusing speaker"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
amusivediverting

Arousing or provoking laughter

Example: "An amusing film with a steady stream of pranks and pratfalls"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
comiccomicalfunnylaughablemirthfulrisible

Amusing - as a verb

To entertain or occupy in a pleasant manner; to stir with pleasing emotions.

Example: "I watch these movies because they amuse me."

To cause laughter or amusement; to be funny.

Example: "His jokes rarely fail to amuse."

To keep in expectation; to beguile; to delude.

To occupy or engage the attention of; to lose in deep thought; to absorb; also, to distract; to bewilder.

Amusing - as an adjective

Entertaining.

Example: "The film has some amusing moments, but it is unlikely to make you laugh out loud."

Funny, hilarious.

Example Sentences

"The clown's antics were amusing to the children."
"She told an amusing joke that had everyone laughing."
"The comedy show was filled with amusing skits."
"The movie had many amusing moments that had the audience chuckling."
"His amusing anecdotes kept the dinner guests entertained."
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Word Game Points

Is AMUSING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, amusing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

AMUSING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is AMUSING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, amusing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
AMUSING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is AMUSING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, amusing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
AMUSING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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