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amusant

funny, entertaining

adjective ah-moo-ZAHN Less Common

Usage Note

Amusant describes something that provokes amusement or light enjoyment — it is milder than drôle ('hilarious') and more active than agréable ('pleasant'). The feminine form is amusante. The related verb amuser means 'to entertain', and the reflexive s'amuser means 'to have fun'.

Examples

"Ce film est très amusant."

Natural Translation

This film is very entertaining.

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