Inviting

verb

/ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/

Word Frequency: 4.0

Definitions

1.verbTo ask for the presence or participation of someone or something.

"We invited our friends round for dinner."

2.verbTo request formally.

"I invite you all to be seated."

3.verbTo encourage.

"I always invite criticism of my definitions."

4.verbTo allure; to draw to; to tempt to come; to induce by pleasure or hope; to attract.

5.nounInvitation

6.adjectiveAlluring; tempting; attractive.

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