Definition

In a way that shows you find something funny or entertaining.

Example

She laughed amusedly at the joke he told.

Conversation

Did you see that funny video I sent you?

Yeah, I watched it and I was laughing amusedly at the cat's reaction!

Right? It was so unexpected!

Totally! I love how animals can be so silly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Amusedly → It is formed from "amuse" (from Old French *amuser*, meaning to divert or entertain) and "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "amusedly" means in a manner that is entertained or diverted.

Memory Tip

Think of being entertained or diverted ('amuse') and how you do that 'in a manner' ('-ly'). This helps you remember that 'amusedly' means to do something in an entertaining way.

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