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 In truth, that was just the latest example and another to add to the pile, along with the group of fans who had their season tickets in prime locations at the stadium moved to accommodate hospitality seats and to satisfy UEFA regulations. — Nick Miller, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026 The quality of hospitality and service offered at La Sponda, though, will be familiar to Daniel’s diners, Angelo said. — Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2026 Comprising eight floors of retail, hospitality and art, Prada Galleria connects two sides of the central octagon in the landmark 19th-century location with a new subterranean passage. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2026 Train someone in hospitality, and another hotel may later hire that person. — Thomas Despin, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hospitality

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Noun

New Yorkers put their generosity and sense of community on display, helping fuel a long and difficult climb not just to rebuild, but to reckon with what had happened.

— Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 11 Sep. 2026
It has been accumulated over generations through millions of acts of service and generosity.

— Brian Peckrill, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of generosity

Noun

Following her death, Eloise’s family established the Living for Lulu Foundation to continue her legacy by encouraging kindness and helping animals in need.

— Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
My mother, Cynthia, taught me to go through life with both relentless ambition and kindness.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of kindness

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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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