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Entertaining

UK /["/ˌentəˈteɪnɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˌentərˈteɪnɪŋ/"]/

Definition

that you enjoy watching, listening to, doing or experiencing

In simple words: Fun and enjoyable to watch or listen to.

Examples

  • an entertaining speech/evening
  • I found the talk both informative and entertaining.
  • She was always so funny and entertaining.
  • He tried to make his speech more entertaining.
  • It was highly entertaining for the people around them.
  • The book is an entertaining and informative read.
  • The others seemed to find my discomfort hugely entertaining.
  • It was a very entertaining evening.
  • She found him a charming and entertaining companion.

Usage notes

Use 'entertaining' when describing movies, shows, or activities that hold people's interest. It's appropriate in casual conversations and formal contexts, but avoid using it in technical or serious discussions about content quality.

Grammar pattern

entertaining + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'enter-taining' — imagine entering a party that's so fun!

Collocations

  • be
  • sound
  • become
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • entertaining and informative

Synonyms

  • amusing
  • funny
  • enjoyable
  • captivating
  • engaging

Antonyms

  • boring
  • uninspiring
  • dull

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'entertaining' with 'entertainment'
  • Using 'entertaining' to describe something boring
  • Saying 'entertaining to watch' instead of 'entertaining to watch'