amusementn.[Cf. F. amusement.]1. Deep thought; muse.()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.)()