Entertaiment

Entertaining is an activity that diverts the mind and provides enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure. It can be active, such as when people create their own games and amuse themselves by playing sports, or passive, such as when they consume entertainment products like movies, television shows, and concerts. Whether an experience is considered entertaining depends on its ability to evoke an emotional response. The term’s meaning has become blurred over time and across media forms. From the standpoint of the entertainment industry, it is a form of audience-centered commercial culture that keeps individuals engaged and diverted. From a cultural perspective, it is a dynamic concept that has evolved with technology and influences multiple industries. Click on a collocation to see more examples.