amuse in Latin
amuse in Latin is dēlectō, oblectō — amuse means to entertain someone or make them laugh or smile.
amuse in Latin
dēlectō
(transitive) To entertain or occupy (someone or something) in a pleasant manner; to stir (someone) with pleasing emotions.
oblectō
(transitive) To entertain or occupy (someone or something) in a pleasant manner; to stir (someone) with pleasing emotions.
What does "amuse" mean?
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verb To entertain someone or make them laugh or smile.
"The clown amused the children with silly faces."
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verb To occupy someone’s attention pleasantly, keeping them busy or distracted.
"She amused herself with a crossword while waiting for the train."
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amuse in a sentence
- The clown amused the children with silly faces.
- His stories always amuse the whole office.
- She amused herself with a crossword while waiting for the train.
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What is "amuse" in Latin?
"amuse" in Latin is dēlectō, oblectō. amuse means: To entertain someone or make them laugh or smile.
How do you use "amuse" in a sentence?
Example: "The clown amused the children with silly faces." In Latin, "amuse" is dēlectō, oblectō.
Are there other ways to say "amuse" in Latin?
Yes — Latin has 2 translations listed for "amuse": dēlectō, oblectō.
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