inviting

adjective

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

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Every host wants to think that their home is nice and inviting, but the truth is that many people could stand to make some improvements to their space prior to hosting others. Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 13 May 2026 Designed like a sophisticated apartment, complete with armchairs, carpets, and chandeliers, Ruby is an inviting setting. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026 Food and Drink Casa Laveni's dining offerings are intentionally minimal, both due to the hotel’s dimensions and the proximity to Brera, easily one of Milan’s most inviting neighborhoods for food and drink. Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026 Underfoot, a plush, golden-toned rug softens the entire room; the furniture sits low and inviting. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for inviting

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 15 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

inviting

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

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