amuse, divert, entertain mean to pass or cause to pass the time pleasantly. amuse suggests that one's attention is engaged lightly.

ENTERTAIN definition: 1. to keep a group of people interested or enjoying themselves: 2. to invite someone to your home…. Learn more.

2 days ago · entertain (third-person singular simple present entertains, present participle entertaining, simple past and past participle entertained) (transitive) to amuse (someone); to …

1. To hold the attention of (someone) with something amusing or diverting. See Synonyms at amuse. 2. To extend hospitality toward: entertain friends at dinner. 3. a. To consider; …

Entertain definition: to hold the attention of pleasantly or agreeably; divert; amuse.. See examples of ENTERTAIN used in a sentence.

Definition of entertain verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

If you entertain an idea or suggestion, you allow yourself to consider it as possible or as worth thinking about seriously.

entertain, v. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary

The words amuse and divert are common synonyms of entertain. While all three words mean "to pass or cause to pass the time pleasantly," entertain suggests supplying amusement by …

entertain verb (THINK ABOUT) to consider or be willing to accept an idea or suggestion: