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

Art fairs, collectors’ homes, artists’ studios, galas… The film is a welcoming and entertaining dive amongst the 1% and explores the complicated relationship between artists and commerce. — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026

However, no visit to Balat would be complete without a meal at the amazing Smelt & Co, a seafood and vegetarian restaurant beloved by both locals and travelers alike for its incredible fare and welcoming, homely atmosphere. — Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Aug. 2026

The welcoming rum punches were a nice introduction to the soft life that this resort offers you upon entry. — Datwon Thomas, VIBE.com, 8 Aug. 2026

The plant area and puzzle table make the space extra welcoming, and regular story times, book club meetings, and author nights are part of the repertoire. — Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026

For the growing number of tourists exploring or returning to some of Italy’s most popular destinations, this unusual collection of boutique luxury hotels provides a memorable warm and welcoming retreat. — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Mic checking at their helm was my one-man welcoming committee, Ryan Bland. — Literary Hub, 7 Aug. 2026

Spain’s government, though, has taken steps over the past few months to be more welcoming toward migrants. — Colette Davidson, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Aug. 2026

Jack Moore’s knowledge of the hardware trade was a selling point, but so was his welcoming personality. — Joe Marusak august 1, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026

Verb

When it was forced to admit the Aptoide store under the terms of the ruling, Google didn’t exactly put up a banner welcoming third-party app stores. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 14 Aug. 2026

Kevin, the United States of America looks forward to welcoming you HOME. — Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 14 Aug. 2026

But there’s a clear pride in how a roll-your-sleeves-up work ethic and a successful youth system have helped pay for what is a hugely welcoming lower-division ground. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026

The 36-year-old said she and her husband, who live near Seattle, Washington, underwent genetic testing and in vitro fertilization, or IVF, before welcoming their first child, a daughter, last October. — Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026

In addition to Pawlikowski, the festival is welcoming a raft of top talent including Emily Watson, who is heading up the competition jury, Woody Harrelson, Diego Luna and Asghar Farhadi, all of whom will participate in masterclasses at the festival. — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 12 Aug. 2026

Workshop offers relaxed, welcoming space for people navigating loss together. — Jamie Chapman, Baltimore Sun, 12 Aug. 2026

Bally’s issued a statement Wednesday defending the construction slowdown and welcoming a public hearing on the matter. — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2026

Denver Public Schools is welcoming more than 400 new teachers ahead of the new school year. — Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026