Synonyms of invitingnext
invitingly adverb

inviting

2 of 2

present participle of invite entry 1

Examples of inviting in a Sentence

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Adjective
Housed in a historic building with an inviting front porch, this is an excellent place to sip a cup of coffee or tea with a pastry. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026 Correct placement creates a cohesive, polished look that feels intentional and inviting. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 24 Sep. 2026 But worn sheets, flat pillows, and a comforter that’s lost its fluff can make winding down less inviting. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026 As temperatures drop, mice start looking for a warm place to wait out the cold—and your home looks pretty inviting. — Lauren Murphy, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inviting

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1604, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inviting was in 1604

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“Inviting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inviting. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

Kids Definition

inviting

adjective
in·​vit·​ing
in-ˈvīt-iŋ
: attractive, tempting
an inviting prospect
invitingly
-iŋ-lē
adverb

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