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inviting

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/

inviting means: Attractive or pleasant in a way that makes you want to enter, try, or use something.

adjective

LOOKS WELCOMINGB2

Attractive or pleasant in a way that makes you want to enter, try, or use something.

  • The room looked inviting.
  • An inviting smell came from the kitchen.
  • Her inviting smile made us feel welcome.

Similar words: welcoming, appealing, attractive

Opposites: uninviting, unwelcoming

Common phrases: inviting smile, inviting atmosphere, look inviting

noun

ACT OF ASKINGC2

The act of asking someone to come somewhere or take part in something.

  • The inviting of guests took all morning.
  • There was much inviting before the feast.
  • He objected to the inviting of strangers into their home.

How to use it: the inviting of someone (The inviting of guests was left to her father.)

Similar words: invitation

Common phrases: the inviting of, much inviting

Questions about inviting

What does inviting mean?

Attractive or pleasant in a way that makes you want to enter, try, or use something.

What is inviting in other languages?

Türkçe: davetkâr · Español: acogedor · Français: accueillant · Deutsch: einladend · Italiano: invitante · 日本語: 魅力的な

How do you pronounce inviting?

It is pronounced /ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/.

How do you use inviting in a sentence?

The room looked inviting. An inviting smell came from the kitchen.

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