inviting

adjective

in·​vit·​ing in-ˈvī-tiŋ 

: attractive, tempting

invitingly adverb

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web

And add a mirror or lamp to make the space brighter and more inviting. —Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 1 Mar. 2023

Within these virtual realities, banks have the chance to make these environments much more inviting, cohesive and personalized to the customer than ever before. —Lital Marom, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2023

That means supplanting desks and cubicles with more inviting and comfortable furniture, like plush sofas, area rugs, TVs, succulents, armchairs, or even fireplaces. —Jane Thier, Fortune, 23 Feb. 2023

During the early pandemic lockdowns, many people bought candles to make their homes feel more inviting. —Priya Krishna, BostonGlobe.com, 21 Feb. 2023

During the early pandemic lockdowns, many people bought candles to make their homes feel more inviting. —Priya Krishna Erica Gannett, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2023

All major Orlando, Florida, theme parks – Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando and LEGOLAND – offer accommodations for disabilities, not just those required by law but ones that make for a more inviting experience. —Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 7 Feb. 2023

Every color in this lamp’s wide spectrum is bright and beautifully rendered to provide a soft, subtle ambiance that makes any room feel more inviting. —Mike Richard, Men's Health, 3 Feb. 2023

The plush lining and faux fur accents are incredibly soft, making for a very inviting nap spot. —Theresa Holland, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

inviting

adjective

in·​vit·​ing

in-ˈvīt-iŋ

: attractive, tempting

an inviting prospect

invitingly

-iŋ-lē

adverb