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adj

amused

uh-MYOOZD
adj
1
Feeling entertained or finding something funny.
"She gave an amused smile at his terrible joke."
"The teacher looked more amused than angry at the prank."

How to Use Amused

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishFinding something entertaining or funny, often shown by a smile or laugh.

Common mistake

"Not amused" is a common set phrase meaning annoyed rather than genuinely entertained.

Common pairings
amused expression mildly amused not amused

Word Forms

more amused comparative, most amused superlative

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