inviting

adjective

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

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Think about finally adding a swing to your front porch while this one is 40% off, or make your patio feel more inviting with this palm outdoor rug for $35. Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2024 Packed in between curved wooden beams, translucent honeyed yellow square panels filter the weak sunlight into a more inviting summer afternoon hue. Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 5 June 2025 Not only does the eau de parfum look like the most inviting cocktail thanks to its turquoise color, but the scent will immediately transport you poolside to the vacation of your dreams. Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 28 May 2025 On floors where original windows could not meet modern standards, French balconies were introduced to flood the spaces with natural light and create a more inviting ambiance. David Nikel, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for inviting

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 30 Jun. 2025.

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inviting

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

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