Meaning & Definition of word "Amused"

Amused

/əˈmjuːzd/

verb:

  • 1. Past tense of 'amuse', meaning to engage someone's attention in a way that is entertaining.
    • Example: The performance amused the audience for hours.
  • 2. Having provided enjoyment or entertainment to someone.
    • Example: The magician's tricks had amused the children throughout the party.

adjective:

  • 1. Finding something funny or entertaining; experiencing amusement.
    • Example: She was amused by the puppy's playful antics.
  • 2. Showing or expressing amusement.
    • Example: He had an amused smile on his face after hearing the joke.

Etymology

From Latin 'amuse', meaning to divert or entertain.

Common Phrases and Expressions

amused expression:

A facial expression indicating laughter or pleasure.

keep someone amused:

To entertain someone to prevent boredom.

be amused by:

To find something funny or entertaining.

Related Words

amusement:

The state of being entertained or amused.

amuse:

To entertain or cause someone to laugh.

Slang Meanings of amused

Meaning: LOL

Example Sentence: That meme is so funny, I'm LOLing!

Meaning: ROFL

Example Sentence: I was ROFL at that video!