Entertaiment is a broad concept, encompassing various forms of amusement and pleasure. It is a significant industry that provides jobs to many. It is also a storehouse of national values and cultural heritage. It is a powerful medium that transcends different media and is highly adaptable for creative remix. Its familiar forms have demonstrated longevity and enduring appeal. These examples are selected programmatically from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word ‘entertainment.’ Views expressed in these examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

2: amuse or divert

3: keep busy or engaged

4: give enjoyment

5: entertain or amuse

6: provide enjoyment or pleasure

7: a form of amusement

8: a form of recreation

9: diversion

10: leisure activity

11: a time to relax

12: an excuse to relax

13: something that amuses or diverts

14: something for entertainment

15: something entertaining

16: entertainment centre

17: entertainment – the industry

18: something that amuses and diverts

20: The agency represents creative and technical talent in motion picture, television, books, music, live performance, branded entertainment, and new media.