Amuse and Gratify

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Amuse verb - To cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied.

Usage example: the older girl amused her four-year-old sister at the family reunion by showing her off to all the relatives

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Gratify is a synonym for amuse in entertain topic. In some cases you can use "Gratify" instead a verb "Amuse", when it comes to topics like satisfy.

Nearby Words: amusement, amusing, amusingly

Gratify verb - To give satisfaction to.

Usage example: your presence at the holiday table would really gratify your grandmother

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Amuse is a synonym for gratify. You can use "Amuse" instead a verb "Gratify".

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