Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Friendly and inviting; giving a pleasant or warm reception. Characterized by behavior or an atmosphere that makes someone feel accepted and comfortable upon arrival.

Usage

• The adjective "welcoming" describes a person, place, or thing that has a friendly, open, and hospitable nature. It is used to indicate that someone or something is receptive and pleasant to guests or newcomers.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • The host gave us a welcoming gesture as we entered the party.
  • The small town had a welcoming atmosphere that made visitors feel at home.
  • She has a very welcoming personality.

Advanced Usage

• "to be welcoming of": To be open and receptive to something new or different.
  • The community was welcoming of diverse opinions and cultures.

Variants and Related Words

• Welcome (verb): To greet someone in a friendly way when they arrive.
  • They came to the door to welcome us.
• Welcome (noun): A greeting or reception given to someone.
  • We received a warm welcome.
• Welcomeness (noun): The quality of being welcoming. (Less common)
  • The welcomeness of the environment was immediately apparent.

Synonyms

• Hospitable: Friendly and welcoming to guests or strangers.
• Cordial: Warm and friendly.
• Inviting: Appealing and encouraging someone to enter or participate.

Antonyms

• Unwelcoming: Not friendly or inviting; hostile.
• Frosty: Very cold and unfriendly in manner.
• Aloof: Distant and not friendly or involved.

Related Phrases

• With open arms: In a very welcoming manner.
  • The team accepted the new member with open arms.
• Roll out the red carpet: To give someone a very special and grand welcome.
  • The city rolled out the red carpet for the visiting dignitaries.

Adjective

1. very cordial
   • a welcoming smile