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Definition of inviting

inviting

/ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/
in · vit · ing
Adverb:invitingly
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• adjective

1

Offering the promise of an attractive, pleasant, or enjoyable experience; welcoming and appealing.

Example

"The warm glow of the fireplace made the cabin look especially inviting after our long hike in the snow."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 16th century from the present participle of 'invite', which comes from Latin 'invitare', meaning to summon, entertain, or allure.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inviting. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inviting
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