Amuse and Irk

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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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Irk is an antonym for amuse.

Nearby Words: amusement, amusing, amusingly

Irk verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

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Amuse is an antonym for irk.

Nearby Words: irksome, irking

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