Synonyms of welcoming

welcoming 1 of 2

adjective

as in pleasing

Related Words

• pleasing
• exciting
• pleasurable
• warm
• loving
• exhilarating
• thrilling
• stimulating
• kind
• sympathetic
• invigorating
• rousing
• enlivening
• kindly
• uplifting
• inspiring
• animating
• moving
• rewarding
• fulfilling
• comforting
• edifying
• encouraging
• elevating
• poignant
• touching
• gratifying
• affecting
• satisfying
• inspiriting
• stirring
• tender
• heartwarming
• heartening
• gladdening
• cheering

Dissimilar Words

• discouraging
• depressing
• demoralizing
• disheartening
• dispiriting
• disappointing
• cheerless
• saddening
• displeasing
• heartbreaking
• disturbing
• dissatisfying
• disconcerting
• upsetting
• distressing
• unpleasant
• discomforting
• unfriendly
• dismaying
• heartrending
• cold
• unkind
• disgruntling
• unloving
• unfeeling

welcoming

2 of 2

verb

present participle of welcome

as in embracing

to receive or accept gladly or readily

the eager recruits welcomed every new project with which they were presented

Synonyms & Similar Words

• embracing
• greeting
• enjoying
• eating (up)
• hailing
• drinking (in)
• liking
• lapping (up)
• adopting
• choosing
• preferring
• taking up
• selecting
• taking
• picking
• espousing
• electing
• deciding (on)
• naming
• opting (for)
• singling (out)
• culling
• handpicking
• cherry-picking

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• refusing
• rejecting
• declining
• turning down
• passing up
• spurning
• objecting (to)
• balking (at)
• throwing over
• demurring (to)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of welcoming

Adjective

Where to Eat and Drink Solano Avenue is the go-to for a new generation of restaurants that have elevated the dining scene while preserving a welcoming ambiance. — Barbara Noe Kennedy, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2026

The city is English-speaking, has one of the highest numbers of tourism and information assistance services, and has a welcoming reputation for international travelers. — Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Staff members are warm, welcoming and knowledgeable, from the butlers to the botanists. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2026

There are three players who have both the resume to ascend to the NHL and are looking at a welcoming depth chart in Edmonton as fall approaches. — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 26 July 2026

Sick of It All were NYHC’s most welcoming emissaries, and their mouthpiece was Lou Koller, whose death was announced Friday. — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 25 July 2026

Many Jews report a less welcoming climate in the United States. — Dina Kraft, Christian Science Monitor, 22 July 2026

Hidden behind the tourist options across from the Astronomical Clock is Restaurant 420, a bright welcoming space that is packed with locals, with products are made in the basement bakery and butchery. — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 21 July 2026

Designers are proving that floral sofas can make a space feel layered, welcoming, and anything but dated. — Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026

Verb

Prior to his massive new deal, Nantz and Romo were welcoming comparisons to Pat Summerall and John Madden. — Andrew Marchand, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Developers said sales would start later this year and anticipated welcoming the first residents and guests in late 2029. — ABC News, 31 July 2026

The country is a rarity in the West for welcoming migrants, who experts say are helping drive economic growth. — Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 31 July 2026

The Current will look to maintain momentum on a short turnaround, welcoming Angel City FC to CPKC Stadium on Saturday. — Christian Marshall, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026

Dahlkemper’s return A mere 404 days after her last appearance, Abby Dahlkemper was back on the sideline with butterflies in her stomach, preparing to step onto the field in front of her hometown crowd after welcoming her first child in February. — Jane Kenny, Mercury News, 30 July 2026

The move marks a sharp shift for a country that has long prided itself on welcoming immigrants. — Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026

Organizers have also focused on making the event welcoming and accessible to all families. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026

Once again, please join me in welcoming Pia Barlow to Amazon. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 24 July 2026