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amused

[uh-myoozd] / əˈmyuzd /
ADJECTIVE
pleasantly occupied
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
Antonyms


Example Sentences

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Everyone laughed, but Kidner, now 66, wasn’t amused.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

Many of his followers doubtless find that his most appealing quality, but the rest of the world is no longer amused.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

Keaton’s longtime pal Mr. Allen would surely be amused by the woman who says she imagines God to be like Groucho Marx.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

Innis Looby said the technology would help Croydon's struggling businesses by driving crime down and was amused at the idea of anyone being worried about privacy.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

John thought that was really funny, but Ma wasn’t amused, so he covered his mouth.

From "Worth" by A. LaFaye