amuses Meaning & Definition
/əˈmjuːzɪz/
What Does Amuses Mean?
Amuses is a verb that means third-person singular simple present indicative of amuse.
Word Facts for Amuses
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /əˈmjuːzɪz/ |
| Synonyms | beguile, divert and entertain |
Amuses Definition (Verb)
- third-person singular simple present indicative of amuse
Verb
- To entertain or occupy in a pleasant manner; to stir with pleasing emotions.
I watch these movies because they amuse me.
- To cause laughter or amusement; to be funny.
His jokes rarely fail to amuse.
- To keep in expectation; to beguile; to delude.
- To occupy or engage the attention of; to lose in deep thought; to absorb; also, to distract; to bewilder.
Synonyms of Amuses
Amuses synonyms and antonyms →Amuses in a Sentence
I watch these movies because they amuse me.
His jokes rarely fail to amuse.
Word Forms & Grammar
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