Meaning & Definition of word "Entertaining"
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!