inviting — attractive and tempting; making you want to be involved or to go somewhere
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: attractive and tempting; making you want to be involved or to go somewhere
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- The chocolate cake on the counter looked so inviting that I couldn't resist having a slice.
- My bed looked especially inviting after I failed my math exam.
- The hotel's inviting lobby made us feel welcome immediately.
inviting
ADJECTIVE[/ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/]
attractive and tempting; making you want to be involved or to go somewhere
The warm cafe looked so inviting on a cold rainy evening.
An inviting space makes writing so exciting!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the Latin 'invitare' meaning 'to invite or summon', which combines 'in-' (toward) and 'vitare' (to go). The suffix '-ing' was added in Middle English to create the present participle form.
Breakdown
in- (toward) + vit (go/call) + -ing (present participle) = inviting
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The chocolate cake on the counter looked so inviting that I couldn't resist having a slice.”
“My bed looked especially inviting after I failed my math exam.”
“The hotel's inviting lobby made us feel welcome immediately.”
“Her inviting personality made everyone want to be her friend.”
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