amusing
/əˈmjuːzɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: amusinger · amusingest
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Entertaining.
Adjective
Examples
The film has some amusing moments, but it is unlikely to make you laugh out loud.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Funny, hilarious.
Adjective
Examples
An amusing incident on the first of these journeys was the checking by signal of the flyer about 3 miles out of Paris, with the result that it was overhauled by the 6.25 p.m. semi-fast from Paris to Montargis, to the unconcealed delight of passengers in the latter.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “amusing” mean?
Entertaining.
Is “amusing” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.