Invite
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈvaɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Invite is a verb meaning (transitive) To ask for the presence or participation of someone or something.
Meaning
(transitive) To ask for the presence or participation of someone or something.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To request formally.
- (transitive) To encourage.
- (transitive) To allure; to draw to; to tempt to come; to induce by pleasure or hope; to attract.
- (informal) An invitation.
Example Sentences
I invite you all to be seated.
shady groves, that easy sleep invite
I always invite criticism of my essays.
to inveigle and invite th' unwary sense
Word Forms
- invites
- inviting
- invited
Synonyms for invite
Depending on context, synonyms include lathe, ask, beseech, entreat, request, encourage.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include receive, take in, tempt, bid, pay for, invitation.
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