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Synonyms of amuse

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Another word for amuse is please. Other synonyms of amuse are entertain, divert and gratify.

Synonyms and similar words for amuse

verbMore synonyms

entertainTo amuse (someone); to engage the attention of agreeably.
gratifyTo make content; to satisfy.
pleaseTo make happy or satisfy; to give pleasure to.
divertTo entertain or amuse (by diverting the attention).
beguile
exhilarate
slay

Meaning of amuse

verb To entertain or occupy (someone or something) in a pleasant manner; to stir (someone) with pleasing emotions.
verb To cause laughter or amusement; to be funny.
verb To keep in expectation; to beguile; to delude.

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Questions about synonyms of amuse

What is another word for amuse?: Amuse has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as please, entertain, divert and gratify.
What does amuse mean?: Amuse means to entertain or occupy (someone or something) in a pleasant manner; to stir (someone) with pleasing emotions.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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