entertain

Definition

  • verb: to have people as guests in your home or in a public place (such as a restaurant)
  • verb: to show hospitality to
  • synonyms: amuse, divert, maintain

Examples

  • She was so unhappy with her job that she 'entertained' thoughts of quitting. [=she thought about quitting]

  • It now seems possible to 'entertain' hopes [=to hope] that the strike will be settled soon.

  • They enjoy cooking and 'entertaining'. [=hosting dinner parties and other social occasions]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) and celebrate his triumph. Or before he escapes to raise an army against us. - But my daughter... - Will get over it. She is young and can entertain the prospect of a more... Civilized marriage. I am grateful for your honesty, as well as your valor, Count Odo. Let me reflect on this for a while. (..)
    2016 TvShow: Vikings Title: Portage Season: 4 Episode 8