Amused
6 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
In a state of pleasant entertainment or agreeable occupation, typically by something humorous or engaging.
“The children were amused by the clown's antics for the whole afternoon.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/əˈmjuːzd/
Syllables
a·mused
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Wordle
Contains A, U, E, three vowels. Ends in -USED. The M in position two is a less common placement.
Scrabble
Worth 9 points. The D at the end scores cleanly. The -USED pattern hooks onto several strong roots.
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