What is Entertaiment?

The act of entertaining; the state of being entertained.

Entertaiment is a broad concept that incorporates various forms of amusement and pleasure. It is often associated with fun and laughter, although many entertainments have a more serious purpose such as ceremony, celebration, religious festival, or satire for example. Entertaining has evolved into an industry that provides livelihoods to many. The scope of this collection is wide and includes books, music, film, television, and games. Click on a collocation to see more examples. The word is derived from the French term entretenement, meaning ‘amusement’ or ‘entertainment’. It also shares the same root as enchantment and ecstasy.