welcome

⁴welcome

noun

Definition of WELCOME

1

: a greeting or reception usually upon arrival <a warm welcome>

2

: the state of being welcome <overstayed their welcome>

Examples of WELCOME

1. He was given a hero's welcome when he returned home after winning the race.
2. <offered a warm welcome to the stranger>

First Known Use of WELCOME

1525

Related to WELCOME

Synonyms: greeting, salutation, salute, hello

Antonyms: adieu, bon voyage, congé (also congee), farewell, Godspeed, good-bye (or good-by)

Related Words: ave, hail; amenities, civilities, pleasantries; regards, respects, wishes

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