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- [in-vahy-ting]
- /ɪnˈvaɪ tɪŋ/
- /ɪnˈvaɪ.tɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-vahy-ting]
- /ɪnˈvaɪ tɪŋ/
Definitions of inviting word
- adjective inviting attractive, alluring, or tempting: an inviting offer. 1
- verb with object inviting to request the presence or participation of in a kindly, courteous, or complimentary way, especially to request to come or go to some place, gathering, entertainment, etc., or to do something: to invite friends to dinner. 1
- verb with object inviting to request politely or formally: to invite donations. 1
- verb with object inviting to act so as to bring on or render probable: to invite accidents by fast driving. 1
- verb with object inviting to call forth or give occasion for: Those big shoes invite laughter. 1
- verb with object inviting to attract, allure, entice, or tempt. 1
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Origin of inviting
First appearance:
before 1580 One of the 35% oldest English words
First recorded in 1580-90; invite + -ing2
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Parts of speech for Inviting
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
inviting popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
inviting usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for inviting
adj inviting
- intriguing — to arouse the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or otherwise fascinating or compelling qualities; appeal strongly to; captivate: The plan intrigues me, but I wonder if it will work.
- seductive — tending to seduce; enticing; beguiling; captivating: a seductive smile.
- welcoming — a kindly greeting or reception, as to one whose arrival gives pleasure: to give someone a warm welcome.
- fascinating — of great interest or attraction; enchanting; charming; captivating: a fascinating story; fascinating jewelry.
- persuasive — able, fitted, or intended to persuade: a very persuasive argument.
adjective inviting
- alluring — Someone or something that is alluring is very attractive.
- engaging — Charming and attractive.
- enticing — Attractive or tempting; alluring.
- captivating — Someone or something that is captivating fascinates or attracts you.
- encouraging — Giving someone support or confidence; supportive.
noun inviting
- soliciting — to seek for (something) by entreaty, earnest or respectful request, formal application, etc.: He solicited aid from the minister.
Antonyms for inviting
adj inviting
- boring — Someone or something boring is so dull and uninteresting that they make people tired and impatient.
- repulsive — causing repugnance or aversion: a repulsive mask.
- unattractive — providing pleasure or delight, especially in appearance or manner; pleasing; charming; alluring: an attractive personality.
- disgusting — causing disgust; offensive to the physical, moral, or aesthetic taste.
- uninviting — not inviting; unpleasant: a region with an uninviting climate.
adjective inviting
- unappealing — evoking or attracting interest, desire, curiosity, sympathy, or the like; attractive.
- disenchanting — Present participle of disenchant.
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