inviting

adjective

in·​vit·​ing in-ˈvī-tiŋ 

: attractive, tempting

invitingly adverb

Examples of inviting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Pear gives this juice an inviting entry, while iris, resins, vanilla, and leather carry it to warmer, more textured registers. — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 25 June 2026

Often, the most inviting outdoor spaces are simply the ones that feel cared for and intentional. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 2 July 2026

The concept was inspired by the bright, inviting and community-focused cafés its founder missed from back home in Australia. — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2026

Light-reflective paint makes dim spaces feel cozier and more inviting with minimal effort. — The Spruce, 3 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for inviting

• alighting
• backbiting
• bullfighting
• daylighting
• delighting
• exciting
• firefighting
• handwriting
• highlighting
• igniting
• inciting
• indicting

Kids Definition

inviting

adjective

in·​vit·​ing

in-ˈvīt-iŋ

: attractive, tempting

an inviting prospect

invitingly

-iŋ-lē

adverb