Entertaiment has its roots in the Latin intertenere, meaning “to hold inside.” The suffix -taint is an intensifier, suggesting that the activity of entertaining holds a special place within our lives.

The word entertain is also related to divertissement, distraction, and reception. These words are similar in their etymology to some other English erudite activities, such as a rite, party, non secular pageant, or satire—all of which can be seen as a means for attaining perception or highbrow growth.

How Does Entertaiment Fit In Our Modern Society?

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