inviting

adjective

in·​vit·​ing in-ˈvī-tiŋ 

: attractive, tempting

invitingly adverb

Examples of inviting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Proper dinnerware, table linens, and accents—like these placemats—will make your next gathering feel warm and inviting, according to Crain. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026

Sagittarius November 22 – December 21 Your social world gets warmer and more inviting. — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026

November 22 – December 21 Your social world gets warmer and more inviting. — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Aug. 2026

With the fall season just around the corner, the latest drop is filled with pieces designed to make your home feel warm, layered and inviting. — Casey Delbasso, ABC News, 6 Aug. 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