a feeling of delight at being entertained

a type of entertainment or show for which compensation is received and that is not specifically provided for under another section of this chapter

Amusement is the state of experiencing humorous and usually entertaining events or situations, and is associated with enjoyment, happiness, laughter and pleasure. Amusement may also be experienced through the recollection of events which have given rise to amusement in the past.

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park To have a pleasant dream with an amusement park in it, maybe a hint that you may want to start having a little bit more fun in life, getting a little bit more amusement out of things. If the dream finds the amusement park to be dark and empty, devoid of sound, it may be a clue that your lack of amusement may be reaching critical levels. To have a bad dream with an amusement park in it, indicates that you have a problem overcoming your fear of physical risk (the rides).

The state of being amused; pleasurable excitement; that which amuses; diversion.

a diversion that holds the attention

n. Diversion.

Deep thought; muse.

A simple amusement