Tickle (5)
'tickle' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for amuse that I've seen before include "Keep someone entertained" , "Cause to laugh or smile" , "Recreate" , "Reflect" , "Enliven" .)
'tickle' is the definition.
(I know that tickle is a more specific form of excite)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for excite that I've seen before include "Turn on" , "Cause strong feelings in" , "Make (someone) eager" , "Cause (someone) to feel very enthusiastic" , "fire" .)