Entertainment consists of performances of plays and films, and activities such as reading and watching television, that give people pleasure.
...the world of entertainment and international stardom.
There were theatrical entertainments and sporting competitions between local groups.
More Synonyms of entertainment
entertainment in British English
(ˌɛntəˈteɪnmənt)
noun
1.
the act or art of entertaining or state of being entertained
2.
an act, production, etc, that entertains; diversion; amusement
entertainment in American English
(ˌɛntərˈteɪnmənt)
noun
1.
an entertaining or being entertained
2.
something that entertains; interesting, diverting, or amusing thing; esp., a show or performance
Word origin
ME & OFr entretenement
COBUILD Collocations
entertainment
digital entertainment
family entertainment
live entertainment
Examples of 'entertainment' in a sentence
entertainment
He has also provided quite marvellous entertainment.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
The results business or the entertainment industry?
The Sun (2016)
It has underfloor heating and home entertainment and security systems.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The financial and entertainment value are obvious as well as increasing the competition.
The Sun (2016)
Pluto in your fame zone brings a chance for you to join the entertainment world.
The Sun (2017)
As with the rest of the entertainment industry, the future for gaming is online.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
If you want all action on your holiday, look out for parks with entertainment plus for a great entertainment programme.
The Sun (2016)
Whether this means he will be the first voted out may depend not on how competent a dancer he is, but on his entertainment value.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The group said that the fruits of'the profitable home entertainment window' would be visible in the second half.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The American vocalist is one of those rare performers who can strike an intelligent balance between pop and jazz, art and entertainment.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Save hundreds of pounds with our exclusive arts and entertainment offers.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
We have to give more entertainment to the fans.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Those with a mixed catchment area provide the most entertainment.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The same goes for the entertainment industry.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
They also credit the economy for pushing people towards pure entertainment.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Passengers would also have to make do without entertainment systems.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
Which offers more entertainment value than most of them.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
You could be enjoying success linked to the entertainment world.
The Sun (2014)
For art and entertainment go to timesonline.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
This is a series that gives entertainment a good name.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Champagne was served on the roof terrace and a magician provided entertainment.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
The move was slammed by the adult entertainment industry and free speech campaigners.
The Sun (2016)
There was nobody to touch him when it came to entertainment value and deadly peril.
The Sun (2013)
This could lead to a job in the entertainment world.
The Sun (2012)
Seeing herself as entertainment for men gives her a terrible message.
The Sun (2010)
The entertainment industry is reeling from a permissive culture that was out of control.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
Now the priority is entertainment and the people who watch it.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
It says all you need to know about this match that the local seagulls provided the best entertainment.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
These bitter rivals dished up the sort of entertainment home fans thought had been consigned to the history books.
The Sun (2016)
Entertainment programmes are hard to come by, so strong ones like this are at a premium.
The Sun (2015)
What's not fine is the idiotic hotel entertainment system.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
On the other hand, look on our mighty home entertainment centres and either rejoice or despair.
The Times Literary Supplement (2010)
And they invented a form of art and entertainment that was popular throughout the world '.
The Times Literary Supplement (2012)
Hit dramas, reality shows and entertainment programmes are scarce commodities in the TV industry.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Quotations
I believe entertainment can aspire to be art, and can become art, but if you set out to make art you're an idiotSteve Martin
This day my wife made it appear to me that my late entertainment this week cost me above £12, an expense which I am almost ashamed of, though it is but once in a great while, and it is the end for which, in the mostpart, we live, to have such a merry day once or twice in a man's lifeSamuel PepysDiary
In other languages
entertainment
British English: entertainment NOUN
Entertainment is performances of plays and films, and activities such as reading and watching television, that give people pleasure.
...the world of entertainment and international stardom.
American English: entertainment
Brazilian Portuguese: entretenimento
Chinese: 娱乐
European Spanish: diversión
French: spectacle
German: Unterhaltung
Italian: divertimento
Japanese: 娯楽
Korean: 연예
European Portuguese: entretenimento
Latin American Spanish: entretenimiento
All related terms of 'entertainment'
entertainment tax
a tax imposed in some countries on forms of entertainment , such as films, shows , etc
home entertainment
Home entertainment is the product category name for electrical goods that include TVs, sound systems, DVD players, and games consoles .
live entertainment
Entertainment consists of performances of plays and films, and activities such as reading and watching television, that give people pleasure .
digital entertainment
Entertainment consists of performances of plays and films, and activities such as reading and watching television, that give people pleasure .
entertainment center
any of various freestanding cabinets with adjustable shelves and compartments for holding video and audio devices and materials, as a TV, a DVD player, CDs, etc.
entertainment expenses
the money paid to employees to cover the cost of meals and other entertainment incurred while doing their job
entertainment industry
→ the entertainment industry
family entertainment
Entertainment consists of performances of plays and films, and activities such as reading and watching television, that give people pleasure .
light entertainment
entertainment that requires less mental effort to enjoy , or is considered frivolous
entertainment allowance
the money paid to employees to cover the cost of meals and other entertainment incurred while doing their job
in-car entertainment
In-car entertainment is a sound system consisting of, for example , a radio or compact disc player, that is designed for easy operation by the driver , and to be unaffected by vibration . In larger vehicles, this system can include television and DV
home entertainment system
equipment for watching films and listening to music at home
the entertainment industry
the businesses connected with music, films, TV etc
in-car entertainment system
an assembly of electronic components, such as a CD player, DVD player, or games console , forming a unit to provide entertainment in a car
Arabian Nights
The a collection of ancient tales from Arabia , India , Persia , etc.
Chinese translation of 'entertainment'
entertainment
(ɛntəˈteɪnmənt)
n
(u) (= amusement) 娱(娛)乐(樂)活动(動) (yúlè huódòng)
(c) (= show) 表演会(會) (biǎoyǎnhuì) (场(場), chǎng)
1 (noun)
Definition
enjoyment and interest
I play the piano purely for my own entertainment.
Synonyms
enjoyment
She ate with great enjoyment.
fun
You still have time to join in the fun.
pleasure
Watching TV is our only pleasure.
leisure
I was working constantly, with little or no leisure.
satisfaction
a state of satisfaction
relaxation
You should be able to find the odd moment for relaxation.
recreation
Saturday afternoon is for recreation and outings.
distraction
every conceivable distraction from shows to bouncy castles
amusement
It's unacceptable to keep animals confined for our amusement.
diversion
Finger-painting is an excellent diversion.
2 (noun)
Definition
an act or show that entertains, or such acts and shows collectively
He organized entertainments and events for elderly people.
Synonyms
pastime
His favourite pastime is golf.
show
How about going to see a show in London?
sport
I'd say football is my favourite sport.
performance
The band did three performances at the Royal Albert Hall.
play
The company put on a Shakespeare play
treat
a birthday treat
presentation
Scottish Opera's presentation of Das Rheingold
leisure activity
beer and skittles
subject word lists
See Types of entertainmentSee Types of entertainerSee Places of entertainment
Quotations
I believe entertainment can aspire to be art, and can become art, but if you set out to make art you're an idiot [Steve Martin]This day my wife made it appear to me that my late entertainment this week cost me above £12, an expense which I am almost ashamed of, though it is but once in a great while, and it is the end for which, in the most part, we live, to have such a merry day once or twice in a man's life [Samuel Pepys – Diary]