Entertainment Terminology

adjective causing laughter or providing entertainment; funny

• The amusing anecdote provided a light-hearted moment during the conference.
• The movie was so amusing, I couldn't stop laughing!
• That TikTok video was hella amusing!
• Her clever wit was an amusing dance of words.

noun a type of entertainment featuring music, dance, comedy, and typically performed in a nightclub or restaurant

adjective relating to or characteristic of a cabaret

• The cabaret performance showcased a variety of talented singers and dancers.
• Let's go check out that cabaret show downtown, it's supposed to be really fun!
• I heard that new cabaret joint is lit, we should definitely hit it up.
• Her life felt like a chaotic cabaret, with different acts and dramas unfolding every day.

verb to provide amusement or enjoyment for someone

• The theater production was designed to entertain the audience with its captivating storyline.
• I love watching movies that entertain me and make me laugh.
• The comedian's jokes really entertained the crowd at the comedy club.
• The idea of going on a spontaneous road trip to entertain the thought of freedom and adventure.

noun a form of activity that holds the attention and interest of an audience or gives pleasure and delight

• The theater offers a wide range of entertainment options, from plays to musicals.
• Let's go to the mall for some entertainment, maybe catch a movie or play some games.
• I'm always down for some chill entertainment, like watching Netflix or playing video games.
• His jokes were the main source of entertainment at the party, keeping everyone laughing all night.

noun a person who seeks distraction and relief from unpleasant realities, especially by seeking entertainment or engaging in imaginative activities

adjective relating to or tending towards escapism; providing a means of escape

• The escapist tendencies of the protagonist in the novel reflect a desire to avoid reality.
• She's always been a bit of an escapist, preferring to lose herself in books and movies.
• I can't deal with reality right now, I just want to be an escapist and binge-watch TV.
• His artwork serves as an escapist portal to a world of fantasy and imagination.

adjective describing something that contains bubbles or is carbonated, often used to describe drinks like soda or champagne

• The fizzy drink was served in a crystal flute at the formal dinner party.
• I love sipping on fizzy drinks while watching movies.
• Let's grab some fizzy pops from the store before heading to the beach.
• Her personality is like a fizzy drink - bubbly and full of energy.

noun a noun is a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. 'Foolery' is a noun that refers to foolish or ridiculous behavior or actions.

• The board members were not amused by the CEO's foolish foolery during the meeting.
• Stop with the foolery and get back to work!
• I can't believe you fell for that foolery.
• Her mind was filled with foolery, unable to focus on the task at hand.

noun a sudden and intense feeling of fear, anxiety, or panic

verb to become very anxious, upset, or afraid

• She tends to freak out whenever there is a change in the project timeline.
• Don't freak out, but I think I lost my phone.
• I totally freaked out when I saw my ex at the party.
• The thought of public speaking makes me want to freak out.

verb to joke or play around in a lighthearted manner

• It is important to maintain a professional demeanor at work and not kid around too much.
• We can kid around and have some fun, but let's make sure to get our work done too.
• Let's just kid around and mess around with each other, it'll be fun.
• Sometimes it's hard to tell when he's being serious or just kidding around.

noun a form of entertainment that combines music, song, and dance with comedic elements

• The musical comedy was a delightful blend of music, dance, and humor.
• I love going to see a good musical comedy with my friends.
• Let's catch a flick that's a musical comedy - it'll be a blast!
• Life is like a musical comedy, with its ups and downs but always ending on a high note.

noun a game, toy, or problem designed to test ingenuity or knowledge

verb to perplex or confuse someone

• The puzzle was challenging, but with patience and focus, I was able to solve it.
• I love spending my free time working on puzzles, it's so relaxing.
• This puzzle is driving me crazy, I can't figure it out!
• Her mysterious behavior was like a puzzle that I couldn't solve.

adjective exuberantly lively and amusing

• The children were engaged in a rollicking game of tag during recess.
• Last night's party was so rollicking, I'm still recovering from all the dancing.
• The concert was absolutely rollicking - the band had everyone on their feet.
• The debate between the two politicians turned into a rollicking exchange of insults and accusations.

noun a commercial enterprise or organization involved in producing or presenting shows or performances

• The show business industry is known for its glitz and glamour.
• My cousin works in show business as a stage manager.
• I heard she's trying to break into the showbiz scene.
• Life in show business can be a rollercoaster of highs and lows.

noun a female performer in a theatrical production or entertainment show

• The show girl dazzled the audience with her stunning dance routine.
• Did you see that show girl's performance? It was amazing!
• That show girl really knows how to work the stage.
• She's like a show girl, always putting on a show for everyone.

noun A person who produces or presents shows as a profession, especially the manager or impresario of a circus, fair, or other variety show.

• The renowned showman captivated the audience with his mesmerizing performance.
• The showman put on quite a show last night, didn't he?
• That showman is a real crowd-pleaser!
• He was a showman in the way he presented himself to the world.

noun an object of curiosity or contempt

• The opera was a grand spectacle of music and drama.
• The fireworks show was such a cool spectacle!
• The halftime show was an absolute spectacle, dude.
• Her breakdown at the party was quite a spectacle for everyone to witness.

adjective describing a state of not being watched or observed

• The security guard noticed the unwatched bag left at the entrance.
• I saw an unwatched wallet on the table at the coffee shop.
• Hey, don't leave your phone unwatched like that!
• His unwatched behavior led to the misunderstanding.

noun the quality of being clever and humorous

• Her wittiness and clever remarks always liven up the conversation during business meetings.
• I love hanging out with Sarah because her wittiness always keeps me laughing.
• His wittiness is off the charts - he always knows how to crack a good joke.
• The author's wittiness shines through in his writing, adding an extra layer of depth to the story.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that is used to specify or limit a noun

• I will be at the races this weekend to watch the horse competition.
• I'm going to be at the races on Saturday, wanna come along?
• I'll be at the races checking out the horses, it's gonna be lit!
• She's always ahead in the game, it's like she's at the races while others are still getting ready.

noun fun fact - a piece of interesting information or trivia that is enjoyable or amusing to learn

• A fun fact about the solar system is that Pluto was considered the ninth planet until it was reclassified as a dwarf planet in 2006.
• Hey, here's a fun fact - did you know that honey never spoils?
• Check this out, a fun fact is that bananas are berries but strawberries are not!
• In the grand scheme of things, a fun fact is that time is a concept created by humans.

noun a person or thing that attracts a large audience or draws a crowd

• The new museum exhibit is expected to be a real crowd-puller.
• That new restaurant is a total crowd-puller, everyone wants to eat there.
• The concert last night was a real crowd-puller, the energy was off the charts.
• Her charisma and charm make her a real crowd-puller in any social gathering.

noun a thing or activity that consumes a lot of time and is perceived as unproductive or wasteful

• The new software program turned out to be a real time suck for the employees.
• Watching reality TV shows can be a major time suck.
• Scrolling through social media is such a time suck.
• Negativity can be a real time suck, draining your energy and motivation.

noun a slang term used to refer to a close male friend or brother

• I appreciate your assistance, broski.
• Hey broski, wanna grab some lunch?
• What's up, broski?
• We've been through a lot together, broski.

noun a gathering or event where people sing along to music

adjective describing something related to or suitable for a singalong

• The choir led a singalong of traditional hymns during the church service.
• We always have a singalong at our family gatherings with everyone joining in.
• Let's have a singalong with all our friends at the next party!
• The sound of the waves crashing against the shore was like a nature's singalong.

noun a game played on a table with two players who use paddles to hit a puck that floats on a cushion of air

• The air hockey table provides a fun and competitive game for players of all ages.
• Let's play some air hockey at the arcade later.
• I'm a pro at air hockey - no one can beat me!
• Their relationship was like a game of air hockey, with each person trying to gain the upper hand.

noun a statement or warning that reveals important plot details or endings of a story, movie, or TV show

• I must issue a spoiler alert before discussing the ending of the novel.
• Spoiler alert: the main character dies at the end of the movie.
• Just a heads up - spoiler alert - the twist in the plot is mind-blowing!
• In life, there are no spoiler alerts for the unexpected twists and turns that may come our way.

noun a flick (a movie or film)

verb catch (to watch or see)

• We can catch a flick at the local movie theater this evening.
• Hey, want to catch a flick later at the cinema?
• Let's catch a flick at the movies, it'll be fun!
• Sometimes, it's nice to catch a flick to escape reality for a while.

noun a Malaysian slang term for hanging out or relaxing

verb to hang out or relax casually

• The students decided to lepak at the library to study for their exams.
• Let's lepak at the mamak after work and catch up.
• I'm just gonna lepak at home and chill tonight.
• Sometimes, it's good to just lepak and enjoy the moment without any worries.

noun A person who combines education and entertainment in their work, such as a teacher who uses interactive and engaging methods to educate students

• The edutainer delivered an engaging lecture on climate change at the conference.
• The edutainer made learning about history fun with his interactive storytelling.
• The edutainer totally rocked the stage with his mix of education and entertainment.
• She was known as the edutainer of the group, always finding creative ways to teach and entertain simultaneously.