inviting

adjective

in·​vit·​ing in-ˈvī-tiŋ How to pronounce inviting (audio)
invitingly adverb

Examples of inviting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Fortunately, Amazon is packed with discounts on patio essentials that make outdoor spaces more inviting. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 5 May 2024 Previous projects have presented a more inviting experience in which the audience becomes enamored of Tom’s treacherous designs. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 4 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for inviting 

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Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of inviting was in 1604

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“Inviting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inviting. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

inviting

adjective
in·​vit·​ing
in-ˈvīt-iŋ
: attractive, tempting
an inviting prospect
invitingly
-iŋ-lē
adverb
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