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Synonyms & Antonyms of greeting
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
- the volunteer directed the conference participants towards the coffee after offering them a cheerful greeting
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2 greetings plural
best wishes
- when you see him, give him my sincerest greetings
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- commendations
- [archaic],
- compliment,
- congratulations,
- felicitations,
- regards,
- respects
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greeting
verbpresent participle of greet
Synonyms of greeting (Entry 2 of 2)
to acknowledge (someone) by means of spoken words
- The host cheerfully greeted the party guests at the door.
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The first known use of greeting was before the 12th century
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