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entertaining

UK/entə'teɪnɪŋ/US/.entә'teiniŋ/
B2

Definitions

adj.

Amusing and enjoyable; holding your attention pleasantly

有趣的;令人愉快的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
enter-to put into, to cause
+
tainhold, keep
+
-inghold, keep
=entertaining

entertain + -ing = causing amusement. Describes something that holds your interest pleasantly (an entertaining book).

Root tain still carries 87 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    It was a light, entertaining film, perfect for a Friday night.

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