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entertainment

/ˈɛn.tɚˈteɪn.mənt/
Meanings
  • noun

    The act of providing or the means by which we engage people in amusement or pleasure, especially through performances, shows, or other forms of artistic expression.

    - "The circus is a popular form of entertainment for families."
    - "Going to the theater is an excellent way to be entertained."
    - "Music is an essential part of every entertainment industry."
  • verb

    To keep or occupy someone's attention and interest, especially by providing them with enjoyable or engaging activities.

    - "The magician entertained the audience with his magic tricks."
    - "The clown entertained the children at the party."
    - "The movie entertained us for hours."
Pronunciation
  1. /ˈɛn.tɚˈteɪn.mənt/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with entertainment
chastity , piety , plenty , reality , sanity , sobriety , vigilancy
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. entertainment (English) : The act of providing amusement or pleasure

  2. entertainment (English) : The action of entertaining

Variants
List of all variants of entertainment that leads to same result
entertainment , entertainments , entertainment value , non-entertainment
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

entertains, entertained, entertaining

Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old French entretenir, meaning 'to keep up, support,' from entre- 'between' + tenir 'to hold.'

Trivia
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  1. Did you know that the first motion pictures were shown in 1894?

  2. The first recorded use of the word 'entertainment' was in 1297.

  3. The entertainment industry is worth over $1 trillion globally.

  4. The average American spends over 34 hours per week consuming various forms of entertainment.

  5. The longest-running Broadway show is 'The Phantom of the Opera'.

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. Arts: Entertainment is closely related to various forms of art, such as music, theatre, dance, and visual arts.

  2. Media: Entertainment is often disseminated through various media, such as television, film, and the internet.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Entertainment has been an integral part of human civilization since ancient times, with evidence of performances, music, and storytelling dating back to prehistoric eras. It has been used for various purposes, including religious rituals, social gatherings, and political propaganda. In modern times, entertainment has become a global industry, with various forms such as film, television, music, sports, and theatre.

How to Memorize "entertainment"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a group of people laughing and clapping at a comedy show.
    - Visualize a magician performing a magic trick.
    - Think of a circus with acrobats, clowns, and elephants.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'entertainment' with the image of a happy crowd.
    - Link the word 'entertainment' with the idea of amusement and pleasure.
    - Connect the word 'entertainment' with various forms of art and media.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Entertain Me' to remember the meaning of 'entertainment'.
    - Create a visual image of a clown to remember the word 'entertainment'.
    - Use the rhyme 'Entertain, sustain, maintain' to remember the verb form 'entertain'.

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