inviting (ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ
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Definitions
adjective
- tempting; alluring; attractive
Alternative Forms
inˈvitingly adverb inˈvitingness noun
Synonyms
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tempting,
appealing,
attractive,
pleasing,
welcoming,
warm,
engaging,
fascinating,
intriguing,
magnetic,
delightful,
enticing,
seductive,
captivating,
beguiling,
alluring,
mouthwatering,
invite
Definitions
verb
(tr) - to ask (a person or persons) in a friendly or polite way (to do something, attend an event, etc) ⇒
he invited them to dinner
- to make a request for, esp publicly or formally ⇒
to invite applications
- to bring on or provoke; give occasion for ⇒
you invite disaster by your actions
- to welcome or tempt
Alternative Forms
inˈviter noun Word Origin
C16: from Latin invītāre to invite, entertain, from in-² + -vītāre, probably related to Greek hiesthai to be desirous of
Synonyms
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ask,
bid,
summon,
request the pleasure of (someone's) company=
encourage,
attract,
cause,
draw,
lead to
court,
ask for,
generate,
foster,
tempt,
provoke,
induce,
bring on,
solicit,
engender,
allure,
call forth,
leave the door open to
