entertainment

[en-ter-teyn-muhnt] / ˌɛn tərˈteɪn mənt /

NOUN

amusement, pleasure

Synonyms

STRONG

ball bash blast celebration cheer clambake delight dissipation distraction diversion enjoyment feast frolic fun gaiety game grins laughs merriment merrymaking party pastime picnic play recreation relaxation relief revelry satisfaction shindig sport spree surprise treat

WEAK

big-time blowout divertissement fun and games good time high time leisure activity lots of laughs regalement wingding

Antonyms

STRONG

depression dissatisfaction gloom labor melancholy misery need pain profession sadness seriousness sorrow task unhappiness vocation want work

WEAK

chore drudgery

Example Sentences

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As the name suggests, players attempt to avoid virtual tsunamis and collect rewards called “brainrots,” characters that offer an ironic nod to the concept of mindless, addictive entertainment.

From Barron's

A "world-class" £76m entertainment venue could be built in Milton Keynes.

From BBC

Since its opening in 1955, the iconic theme park has transformed California’s entertainment landscape.

From Los Angeles Times

His entertainment company, G-Unit Film & Television, will develop three venues in the northern Louisiana city, as announced in a release Monday.

From Los Angeles Times

New Hampshire nabbed the top spot from Bankrate due to high scores in neighborhood safety, low local taxes, quality healthcare, the number of people of a similar age, affordability, and access to arts and entertainment.

From MarketWatch

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