Amusement
Amusement (əˈmjuːzmənt)
Amusement is a state of experiencing humorous and entertaining events or situations, and is associated with enjoyment, happiness, laughter and pleasure. It is a very important aspect of human life and has a significant impact on physical health, mental health, and overall quality of life.
Etymology
The term "amusement" comes from the Old French amusement, which means "a means to kill time or to divert oneself". It is derived from the verb amuser which means "to entertain or to divert".
Related Terms
- Entertainment: The action of providing or being provided with amusement or enjoyment.
- Recreation: Activity done for enjoyment when one is not working.
- Leisure: Free time when one is not working or occupied; free time for ease, relaxation, and enjoyment.
- Fun: Enjoyment, amusement, or light-hearted pleasure.
- Pleasure: A feeling of happy satisfaction and enjoyment.
See Also
- Humor: The quality of being amusing or comic, especially as expressed in literature or speech.
- Laughter: The action or sound of laughing.
- Happiness: The state of being happy.
- Joy: A feeling of great pleasure and happiness.
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Amusement
- Wikipedia's article - Amusement
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