Source : Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

Amusement \A*muse"ment\, n. [Cf. F. amusement.]
   1. Deep thought; muse. [Obs.]

            Here I . . . fell into a strong and deep amusement,
            revolving in my mind, with great perplexity, the
            amazing change of our affairs.        --Fleetwood.

   2. The state of being amused; pleasurable excitement; that
      which amuses; diversion.

            His favorite amusements were architecture and
            gardening.                            --Macaulay.

   Syn: Diversion; entertainment; recreation; relaxation;
        pastime; sport.

Source : WordNet®

amusement
     n 1: a feeling of delight at being entertained
     2: a diversion that holds the attention [syn: {entertainment}]