amused

[ uh-myoozd ]

adjective

1. pleasurably entertained, occupied, or diverted.
2. displaying amusement:

   an amused expression on her face.

3. aroused to mirth.

Other Words From

• a·mus·ed·ly [uh, -, myoo, -zid-lee], adverb
• una·mused adjective
• well-a·mused adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of amused¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; amuse + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

Over the following hour, reporters went from amused to irritated as he failed to provide any of the promised evidence for his claims.

From BBC

This implies that disgusted and amused reactions are indeed occurring simultaneously to create something new.

From Salon

He was surprised and amused to learn a charismatic champion Australian thoroughbred racehorse was named after him.

From BBC

I did make her a hot breakfast, over which she received my bittersweet reminiscences with mildly amused good humor before returning to her room to get dressed.

From Los Angeles Times

“Maaannn,” he says, leaning his head back in an amused reverie.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• entertained