divertir — meaning in English

English meaning

• amuse verb To entertain someone or make them laugh or smile.
• entertain verb To hold someone's attention pleasantly; to amuse.

Senses

divertir is used for these senses in English:

• amuse (transitive) To entertain or occupy (someone or something) in a pleasant manner; to stir (someone) with pleasing emotions.
• amuse (transitive) To cause laughter or amusement; to be funny.
• entertain (obsolete) to take or keep in one's service; to maintain; to support; to harbour; to keep

amuse — full definition

1. verb To entertain someone or make them laugh or smile.
2. verb To occupy someone’s attention pleasantly, keeping them busy or distracted.

entertain — full definition

1. verb To hold someone's attention pleasantly; to amuse.
2. verb To host guests, often with food and hospitality.
3. verb To consider an idea seriously, especially one that seems unlikely.

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