amuse
//əˈmjuːz//
Verb
amuseInfinitive
amusePresent tense
amusedPast tense
amusedPast participle
amusingPresent participle
amusesThird-person singular
1
To cause someone to find something funny or entertaining; to make someone laugh or smile.
The comedian's jokes amused the audience.
2
To keep someone occupied or entertained in a pleasant way.
I gave the children some toys to amuse them during the long car ride.