Amusement

/ɐmjˈuːsmənt/

/əmˈjuzmənt/

Amusement

a feeling we get when somebody or something is funny and exciting

an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

Examples

1. As the comedian told the joke, the audience grimaced in a mixture of amusement and discomfort.

2. He liked amusement.

3. Lincoln's awkward handling of the horse's reigns brought great amusement to the troops.

4. Entertainment means self amusement.