divertissement

/dɪˈvɜrtɪsmənt/
noun
  1. A short, entertaining performance or piece of entertainment, often inserted into a longer show or event.
    • The opera's divertissement gave the audience a lighthearted break from the dramatic story.
    • The ballet included a charming divertissement between the main acts.
    • The festival featured a divertissement of jugglers and musicians in the town square.
  2. A brief, enjoyable activity or distraction from more serious matters.
    • Reading a comic book was a perfect divertissement after a long day of studying.
    • The game of cards served as a divertissement for the travelers waiting at the airport.
    • She considered the crossword puzzle a pleasant divertissement during her lunch break.
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