Entertain

usgb/ˌentərˈteɪn/
verb

To give attention or consideration to (an idea, suggestion, or feeling).

The company will entertain the possibility of selling its construction business.
Visual representation of "entertain" - To give attention or consideration to (an idea, suggestion, or feeling).

Often appears as...

  • entertain the idea
  • entertain the possibility
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Visual representation of "entertain"
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Open to Consideration

Use 'entertain' to show you're open-minded about new ideas or proposals.

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We will entertain all initiatives that promise improvement.
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Not Committed

'Entertain' implies you're considering an idea but haven't decided yet.

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She entertained the suggestion but hadn't made up her mind.
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Initial Stages

Often used when an idea is in its early stages and not fully formed.

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They entertained the concept but needed more data to proceed.
Visual representation of the word "Entertain"

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