HOSPITALITY Synonyms: 88 Similar and Opposite Words

hospitality

noun

Definition of hospitality

as in generosity

friendly or courteous treatment of others The couple thanked their host for his hospitality.

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Recent Examples of hospitality Rather than trying to recreate a suburban estate, Chilston Court instead borrows cues from luxury hospitality. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 29 July 2026 Tickets purchased through packages offered by hospitality partner On Location do not count toward the 12-ticket limit. — Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026 The newest addition to San Leon’s coastal dining scene is Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House, which blends polished hospitality with deep local roots. — Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 29 July 2026 The Hollywood talent agency will look to grow business opportunities beyond television for Palma, including in the lifestyle, hospitality, entrepreneurship and men’s fashion spaces. — Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for hospitality

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Guelaguetza — also known as Los Lunes del Cerro, or Mondays on the Hill — is a centuries-old celebration rooted in community, generosity and cooperation, where the people of Oaxaca come together through music, dance, food and craftsmanship.

— Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026
The Gracious Visionary interweaves documentary and reenacted components to tell the story of how his mindset was shaped by learning philosophy, playing cards and the generosity of others.

— Nick Vivarelli for Variety, Robb Report, 20 July 2026

Definition of generosity

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What that collaboration has come up with is a new knife that pushes Opinel's classic profile to new heights in terms of user friendliness and features.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 July 2026
The friendliness, the blue-sky, anything-is-possible thinking, and their love of this land.

— Priyanka Mattoo, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026

Definition of friendliness

Noun

The cordiality and handsome looks of the dining room are exquisite reminders of elaborate Milanese design.

— John Mariani, Forbes.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Indianapolis didn't crack Nextdoor's list of the 20 friendliest cities in Indiana, but its separate ranking of neighborhoods in the Indy metro area finds plenty of cordiality in Central Indiana.

— Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 27 Feb. 2026

Definition of cordiality

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