inviting

adjective

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

Examples of inviting in a Sentence

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Rob Harris Hastings and St Leonard’s-on-Sea, neighboring seaside towns on the East Sussex coast, offer an inviting mix of maritime heritage and contemporary culture. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 The living room should feel warm and inviting, the kind of fragrance that makes people want to settle in. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 June 2026 Cool bright whites and warm grays are fading fast; choose creamy whites or sandy beige for a cozier, more inviting atmosphere. Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 21 June 2026 Sponsored by Marvin Blending clean modern lines with the warmth of a classic seaside retreat, this stunning North Shore coastal home was designed to feel both elevated and inviting. Rachel Holt, CBS News, 21 June 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 26 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

inviting

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

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