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

Second, their party has been more welcoming to the entryists than most Democrats want to admit. — David Weigel, semafor.com, 8 July 2026

Located on iconic Lincoln Road, this coffee and dessert destination reflects their passion for global flavors and creating a welcoming space. — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Tiny pro shop with just the essentials, but staff is friendly and welcoming. — Barbara Ellis, Denver Post, 7 July 2026

When announcing the attraction, Disney did so with symbolism of the American flag, a bald eagle and the Statue of Liberty, art that was admittedly bright and welcoming, but also could be read as giving it an uncomfortable, chauvinistic sheen. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming, ready to answer any questions guests might have about a cocktail menu that changes throughout the year. — Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026

Hundreds of thousands of Latin Americans have emigrated to Spain in recent years, as the United States has become less welcoming. — Geraldo L. Cadava, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026

Best Porch and Patio Planter Deals From hanging baskets to planter boxes, porches and patios feel so much more welcoming with a pop of color. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

These early visitors will get to experience robot-run welcoming and check-in services, plus autonomous in-room delivery. — New Atlas, 26 June 2026

Verb

These include the people welcoming attendees into stadiums, VIP lounge chefs, waiters and the flagbearers during the opening ceremony. — Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026

The historic celebration, watched by hundreds of millions, had Hollywood appeal, welcoming Serena Williams, Idris Elba, David and Victoria Beckham and George Clooney, in addition to the royal family members in attendance. — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Crate & Barrel is welcoming lots of new inventory, which means there’s plenty of clearance furniture and decor to peruse at prices up to 60% off (note that some pieces are final sale). — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 3 July 2026

Alysa Guffey More than 50 people gathered in 90-degree heat to protest welcoming data centers to Indianapolis before packing the public assembly room on the second floor of the City-County Building. — Alysa Guffey, IndyStar, 2 July 2026

Lourdes Leon Madonna became a mom on October 14, 1996, welcoming her first child and daughter Lourdes Maria Ciccone Leon in Los Angeles with fitness trainer Carlos Leon. — Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 2 July 2026

Both Japanese and Indian companies took out newspaper advertisements welcoming Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to New Delhi and hailing the countries’ business ties. — J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 2 July 2026

Boquete attracts retirees from around the world with its mild weather, natural beauty, and welcoming community. — Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026

Kansas City will be welcoming the Oranje this week in preparation for the Netherlands versus Tunisia World Cup match on Thursday. — Julianna Mejia, Kansas City Star, 22 June 2026