Entertainment consists of any activity which provides a diversion or permits people to amusethemselves in their leisure time. Entertainment is generally passive, such as watching opera or amovie. Active forms of amusement, such as sports, are more often considered to be recreation.Activities such as personal reading or practicing a musical instrument are considered to be hobbies.
Entertainment may also provide fun, enjoyment and laughter. The industry that provides entertainment is called the entertainment industry. There are many forms of entertainment for example: cinema, theatre, sports, games and social dance. Puppets, clowns, pantomimes andcartoons tend to appeal to children, though adults may also find them enjoyable.
A major criticism of entertainment is that it diverts people's time and money away from activities that are considered meaningful (volunteering, studying etc.) For example, watching movies and reading fiction are considered by many to be a waste of time.
