entertaining

[ en-ter-tey-ning ]

adjective

1. affording entertainment; amusing; diverting:

   We spent an entertaining evening at the theater.

entertaining

/ ˌɛntəˈteɪnɪŋ /

adjective

1. serving to entertain or give pleasure; diverting; amusing

Derived Forms

• ˌenterˈtainingly, adverb

Other Words From

• enter·taining·ly adverb
• nonen·ter·taining adjective
• quasi-enter·taining adjective
• self-enter·taining adjective
• unen·ter·taining adjective
• unen·ter·taining·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of entertaining¹

First recorded in 1615–25; entertain + -ing ²

Example Sentences

The correct frame for this election was not how entertaining or outrageous anyone is, or how well one side or another is doing.

From Salon

The company says it takes seriously its responsibility of teaching and entertaining children for the amount of time they spend with “CoComelon” content.

From Los Angeles Times

“We want to create the best environment and the best tools, and the most entertaining, enriching content that we possibly can. And use us how it makes you happy.”

From Los Angeles Times

It’s also one of the most entertaining.

From Los Angeles Times

A soon-to-be mom, Jackson is no stranger to entertaining kids.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• absorbing
• affecting
• captivating
• charming
• compelling
• delightful
• diverting
• engaging
• engrossing
• enjoyable
• enticing
• exciting
• fascinating
• fun
• funny
• humorous
• impressive
• inspiring
• interesting
• lively