# amuse vs arouse

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### amuse
*verb · IPA /əˈmjuːz/ · frequency rank #24,652*
To entertain or occupy (someone or something) in a pleasant manner; to stir (someone) with pleasing emotions.

### arouse
*verb · IPA /əˈɹaʊz/ · frequency rank #32,680*
To stimulate or induce (feelings); pique.

## Source
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