Entertainment: meaning, definitions and examples

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entertainment

 

[ หŒษ›ntษ™rหˆteษชnmษ™nt ]

Context #1 | Noun

movies

The action of providing or being provided with amusement or enjoyment.

Synonyms

amusement, diversion, fun, recreation

Examples of usage

  • His favorite form of entertainment is watching movies.
  • She works in the entertainment industry.
  • We went to the amusement park for some entertainment.
  • The entertainment at the party was top-notch.
  • The city offers a variety of entertainment options.
Context #2 | Noun

television

Television programs, films, music, etc., used to provide amusement or enjoyment.

Synonyms

broadcasting, programming, showbiz

Examples of usage

  • They have a wide selection of entertainment on TV.
  • The entertainment industry is constantly evolving.
  • The show provides quality entertainment for its viewers.
Context #3 | Noun

parties

Social events or activities designed for amusement or enjoyment.

Synonyms

celebration, festivities, merrymaking

Examples of usage

  • The party had great food and entertainment.
  • The entertainment at the event was a live band.
  • She organized the entertainment for the company picnic.

Translations

Translations of the word "entertainment" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น entretenimento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคจเฅ‹เคฐเค‚เคœเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Unterhaltung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hiburan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะทะฒะฐะณะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rozrywka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใƒณใ‚ฟใƒผใƒ†ใ‚คใƒณใƒกใƒณใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท divertissement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ entretenimiento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท eฤŸlence

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—”ํ„ฐํ…Œ์ธ๋จผํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุฑููŠู‡

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zรกbava

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zรกbava

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅจฑไน

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zabava

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skemmtun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉาฃั–ะป ะบำฉั‚ะตั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ แƒ—แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ษ™ylษ™ncษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ entretenimiento

Word origin

The word 'entertainment' originated from the Old French word 'entertainment', which means 'amusement'. It has been used in the English language since the 15th century. Entertainment has always been a fundamental aspect of human culture, providing enjoyment, distraction, and social bonding. From ancient theatrical performances to modern multimedia experiences, entertainment continues to evolve and adapt to the changing preferences of society.

See also: entertain, entertainer, entertainers, entertaining, entertainingly.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,712, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.