inviting

1 of 2

adjective

in·​vit·​ing in-ˈvī-tiŋ 

: attractive, tempting

invitingly adverb

inviting

2 of 2

present participle of invite entry 1

Examples of inviting in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The low armrests and casual deco weave fabric make for an inviting spot for guests or for a cozy afternoon curled up with a book. — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Nov. 2026

Dometic In transitioning the Out-Post and its smaller Out-Series siblings into more inviting RV-like day camp spaces, Dometic incorporates a variety of new features meant to make spending time in the tenst more comfortable and productive. — New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2026

Deep wood tones counteract the cold, hard feel of modern stainless steel appliances, tile, and stone countertops, creating an inviting space. — Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 3 Nov. 2026

The handsome brick masonry, a substantial chimney on the left side of the home, along with the large windows and an inviting front door, are impressive and welcoming. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 1 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1604, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for inviting

• alighting
• backbiting
• bullfighting
• daylighting
• delighting
• exciting
• firefighting
• handwriting
• highlighting
• igniting
• inciting
• indicting

Kids Definition

inviting

adjective

in·​vit·​ing

in-ˈvīt-iŋ

: attractive, tempting

an inviting prospect

invitingly

-iŋ-lē

adverb