inviting

1 of 2

adjective

in·​vit·​ing in-ˈvī-tiŋ 

: attractive, tempting

invitingly adverb

inviting

2 of 2

present participle of invite entry 1

Examples of inviting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

In the bathroom, an inviting stand-alone tub sits under the shuttered windows, which open out into the bedroom. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026

The Moon conjoins Venus in Libra and your 9th House of Travel, Learning, Publishing, and Belief, making inspiration, teaching, and future planning feel more inviting. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2026

This outdoor lantern is a great first step towards creating a more inviting porch as daylight hours dwindle when paired with a flameless candle. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026

These choices preserve function while keeping the space open and inviting. — Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 15 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

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