Meaning & Definition of word "Entertaining"
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Entertaining
/ˌɛn.təˈteɪ.nɪŋ/
verb:
- 1. present participle of entertain, meaning to provide someone with amusement or enjoyment
- Example: She spent the afternoon entertaining the kids with stories and games.
adjective:
- 1. providing amusement or enjoyment
- Example: The movie was so entertaining that I lost track of time.
- 2. capable of holding the attention of an audience
- Example: The speaker was very entertaining, engaging everyone in the room.
Etymology
From Old French 'entretenir', from Latin 'intertenere', meaning 'to hold among' or 'to support'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
entertaining company:
People who are enjoyable to be around.
an entertaining read:
A book or article that is enjoyable and keeps the reader engaged.
entertaining oneself:
Finding ways to pass the time in an enjoyable manner.
Related Words
entertain:
To provide someone with amusement.
entertainment:
Activities that provide enjoyment and amusement.
entertainer:
A person who provides entertainment, such as a performer.
Slang Meanings of entertaining
Meaning: Lit
Example Sentence: The concert was lit; everyone was having a great time!
Meaning: Fun Times
Example Sentence: That party was definitely a fun time!